Righteousness

/ˈraɪ.tʃəs.nəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The quality of being morally right or justifiable.

Her righteousness was evident in her dedication to helping the less fortunate.

A state of moral perfection or the condition of being virtuous.

He prided himself on his righteousness and never hesitated to condemn wrongdoing.

The act of being right or correct in judgment or action.

They believed firmly in the righteousness of their cause, advocating for justice and equality.

Middle English: from Old English rihtwīsnis, from 'riht' meaning 'right' + 'wīs' meaning 'manner, way'.

self-righteous

Having an exaggerated sense of one's own righteousness.

righteous indignation

Anger felt at unjust treatment.

goody two shoes

A person who is excessively virtuous or morally superior.

uprightness

The quality of being honest and moral.

integrity

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.

Being in the right or just.

He's just being righteous about the whole thing.

Cool or admirable in a morally correct way.

That was a righteous move you made.