Definition

The condition of being morally or legally correct; the quality of having a just claim or entitlement.

Example

The rightfulness of her actions was recognized by everyone in the community.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the rightfulness of certain laws?

Yeah, it’s interesting how some rules seem outdated.

Exactly! It makes me question what true rightfulness really means in our society.

For sure, we should always think critically about what’s fair and just.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rightfulness → It is formed from "right" (from Old English "riht", meaning correct or just) and "-fulness" (meaning the state of being full of). The word "rightfulness" means the state of being full of what is correct or just.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'full of' what is 'correct' — that's why rightfulness means the state of being just.

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