Synonyms for

Rightfully

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

Definition

In a just or morally correct manner.

Synonyms & similar words

truly justly fairly equitably honestly lawfully legally righteously morally principled upright ethically right properly legitimately correctly appropriately deservedly accordingly truly right-minded

Synonyms by register

Formal

justifiably legitimately lawfully equitably

Informal

fairly deservedly properly

Literary

aptly fittingly

Antonyms

wrongly unjustly illegally improperly unlawfully incorrectly

Common collocations

  • rightfully yours
  • rightfully claimed
  • rightfully belongs
  • rightfully earned
  • rightfully the owner
  • rightfully the heir
  • rightfully accused

Word family

noun rightfulness
adjective rightful
adverb rightfully

Usage note

This adverb indicates that something is done or possessed according to law or justice. It is often used in legal or formal contexts to assert a legitimate claim or entitlement.

Example sentences

  1. He rightfully earned the first-place trophy.
  2. She rightfully deserved a raise for all her hard work.
  3. The judge rightfully ruled in favor of the innocent defendant.
  4. The employee rightfully complained about the unfair treatment.
  5. The artist rightfully received praise for his masterpiece.

Quotes

  • My father was rightfully a good man. - Tupac Shakur
  • I'm not a fighter, but I'm rightfully angry. - Shirley Manson
  • The world is rightfully afraid of the nuclear threat. - Ronald Reagan

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