inheritanceThis term represents a key theme in the novel since it pertains to one’s legacy, or what wealth and property one stands to gain from family.
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The action or fact of inheriting a title, office, property, etc."She was expecting a large inheritance after the death of her uncle."
The genes passed on from parent to offspring."Genetics is the study of inheritance and how traits are passed from generation to generation."
matrimonialIn 'Can You Forgive Her?', the question and nature of marriage is central to the narrative.
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Relating to marriage or married people."She has matrimonial issues that she's dealing with."
allegianceThis novel explores the theme of allegiance, whether to family, to partners, or to oneself.
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Loyalty or commitment to a superior or to a group or cause."His allegiance to the president never wavered."
proposeThis term gets frequent usage in the book, as it's a story that centers on marriage proposals.
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Put forward (a plan or suggestion) for consideration by others."She proposed a theory to explain the discrepancy."
Offer or suggest (someone) for election to a post or membership."His coach proposed him for the team."