What is another word for heir expectants?
Pronunciation: [ˈe͡əɹ ɛkspˈɛktənts] (IPA) 
Heir expectants are individuals who anticipate inheriting something from someone else. This term is commonly used when talking about a person who is next in line to inherit a title, property, or fortune. Synonyms for heir expectant may include "presumptive heir," "heir apparent," or "heir designate." These terms all refer to a person who is expected to inherit something, but with varying degrees of certainty. A presumptive heir is one who is expected to inherit unless someone else takes precedence, while an heir apparent is someone who is in line to inherit with no conditions attached. An heir designate may have been chosen by the current holder of the assets and is expected to inherit in the future.
