Succéder

Succéder is a French verb that generally means to follow in order or succession, to come after something else. It can also refer to inheriting property or a title, acting as a synonym for "hériter." The verb is derived from the Latin word "succedere," which carries similar meanings of coming after, succeeding, or taking the place of.

In a temporal context, succéder is used to describe events or objects that appear one after another. For example, the seasons succéder each other throughout the year. In a political or dynastic context, it denotes the transfer of power or a position from one person to another. The heir succédera to the throne upon the monarch's death.

As a legal term, succéder pertains to the act of inheritance. When someone dies, their heirs succéder to their possessions, rights, and obligations. This can apply to both movable and immovable property. The verb often implies a natural or established sequence. It is a fundamental concept in understanding lineage, temporal progression, and the transfer of assets or authority.