Synonyms for
Right
Definition
correct or true; in a straight or direct line
Synonyms & similar words
righthand
redress
powerful
rectify
improperly
wrongfulness
rightfield
wrongly
mightily
veracious
left
wrong
compensate
decently
justly
correctly
flop
ripe
incorrectly
rightfulness
proper
ingoodorder
righton
aright
falsify
correct
accurate
true
proper
appropriate
suitable
straight
upright
vertical
just
fair
equitable
honest
honorable
moral
ethical
lawful
legitimate
valid
sound
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- right away
- right now
- right hand
- right time
- right thing
- right way
- all right
Word family
Usage note
As an adjective, 'right' can mean correct or morally good. As a noun, it can refer to a direction or a moral/legal entitlement. Be mindful of context to distinguish between these meanings.
Example sentences
- She got all the questions right on the test.
- Please turn right at the next intersection.
- He wanted to right the wrongs done to his family.
- The compass always points to the north, which is the right direction.
- I think you made the right choice in buying that car.