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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

intestate

/ɪnˈtɛsteɪt/ adjective · British & US
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What does intestate mean?

adjective

Dying without leaving a valid will; having no will. A person who dies intestate leaves their property to be distributed according to the laws of their country or state.

Example

"The lawyer explained that the deceased had died intestate, and the estate would be divided among their relatives according to the state's intestacy laws."

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