Scion/ˈsaɪən/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Family Prestige Used to highlight a person's prominent family background. As a scion of the Kennedy clan, she attracted media attention. Pro Tip 2/3Expectations Often suggests that the person carries the legacy and expectations of their ancestors. The young scion felt burdened by his family's legacy. Pro Tip 3/3Societal Status Implies a certain level of social status or wealth associated with the family. The scion of the noble house was well-known in social circles.