successor

Definition

A person or thing that immediately follows another in holding an office or title.

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman successour, from Latin successor.

Example Sentences

• "George W. Bush was successor to Bill Clinton as President of the US."
• "After Li Tan's death in 1625, Hsu Hsin-su (許心素), leader of the Chang-chou people dwelling in and around the city of Hsia-men (廈門, or Amoy), emerged as his successor."
• "As Di Matteo celebrated and captain John Terry raised the trophy for the fourth time, the Italian increased his claims to become the permanent successor to Andre Villas-Boas by landing a trophy."