Meaning & Definition of word "Righteousness"
Righteousness
/ˈraɪ.tʃəs.nəs/
noun:
- 1. The quality of being morally right or justifiable.
- Example: Her righteousness was evident in her dedication to helping the less fortunate.
- 2. A state of moral perfection or the condition of being virtuous.
- Example: He prided himself on his righteousness and never hesitated to condemn wrongdoing.
- 3. The act of being right or correct in judgment or action.
- Example: They believed firmly in the righteousness of their cause, advocating for justice and equality.
Etymology
●Middle English: from Old English rihtwīsnis, from 'riht' meaning 'right' + 'wīs' meaning 'manner, way'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
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.
Related Words
uprightness:
The quality of being honest and moral.
integrity:
The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.
Slang Meanings of righteousness
Meaning: Being in the right or just.
● Example Sentence: He's just being righteous about the whole thing.
Meaning: Cool or admirable in a morally correct way.
● Example Sentence: That was a righteous move you made.