Synonyms for

Rightful

Verb / ˈraɪtfʌl / Another word for rightful — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having a legitimate claim or entitlement

Synonyms & similar words

lawful true lawful legitimate just fair equitable proper valid due authorized entitled deserved merited warranted fitting befitting suitable appropriate applicable pertinent apposite

Synonyms by register

Formal

legitimate justifiable valid authorized

Informal

due owed deserved

Literary

fitting proper apt

Antonyms

wrong unjust illegal improper unwarranted unlawful

Common collocations

  • rightful heir
  • rightful place
  • rightful owner
  • rightful claim
  • rightful position
  • rightful ruler
  • rightful inheritance

Word family

noun rightfulness
adverb rightfully

Usage note

Often used to describe something that is legally or morally deserved. It implies a sense of entitlement based on law, tradition, or justice.

Example sentences

  1. It is only rightful that he receives compensation for his work.
  2. The rightful owner of the land will take possession of it soon.
  3. She felt that the money was hers by rightful inheritance.
  4. The judge made the rightful ruling in favor of the plaintiff.
  5. The rightful heir to the throne was finally crowned king.

Quotes

  • The only rightful way is to follow the path of truth. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • It is our rightful heritage as human beings to have clean air and clean water. - Maude Barlow
  • It is the rightful destiny of the American people to rule over all of the Americas. - James K. Polk

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