Meaning & Definition of Rightfully in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: In a way that is morally or legally correct.

  Example Sentence: She was rightfully recognized for her contributions to the community.

• Definition: With rightful authority or reason.

  Example Sentence: He rightfully claimed ownership of the property.

• Definition: In a rightful manner.

  Example Sentence: The award was rightfully given to the most deserving candidate.

Etymology

Origin: From Middle English 'rihtfulli', equivalent to 'right' + '-fully'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• rightfully so: Used to indicate that something is justified or deserved.
• rightfully yours: A phrase indicating rightful ownership or claim.
• rightfully recognized: Acknowledged appropriately for merit or achievement.

Translations

• Spanish: justamente

• French: légitimement

• German: gerechtfertigt

• Russian: правомерно

Related Words

• right: A moral or legal entitlement to have or do something.

• rightful: Having a legal or just claim.