Righteously: meaning, definitions and examples

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righteously

 

[ หˆraษชtสƒษ™sli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

morality

In a morally right or justifiable manner, especially in accordance with a divine or ethical standard.

Synonyms

honestly, justly, uprightly, virtuously.

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Word Description / Examples
righteously

This word is used when someone acts in a morally right or virtuous way, often with a strong sense of justice. It can sometimes imply a sense of moral superiority.

  • He fought righteously for the rights of the underprivileged.
  • She righteously condemned the corruption in the organization.
justly

This word is used to describe actions that are fair and based on the principles of justice. It highlights fairness and impartiality.

  • The judge sentenced the criminal justly, considering all the evidence.
  • He treated all his employees justly, without favoritism.
virtuously

This word is used when someone lives according to high moral standards and virtues. It often signifies a life dedicated to goodness and moral excellence.

  • She virtuously dedicated her life to charity and helping the less fortunate.
  • He handled the difficult situation virtuously, showing great patience and understanding.
honestly

Use this word to describe actions or speech that are free from deceit or fraud. It emphasizes truthfulness and straightforwardness.

  • He answered the question honestly, without hiding anything.
  • If you deal with people honestly, they will trust you more.
uprightly

Use this word to describe someone who behaves in an honest and morally good manner. It often implies a sense of integrity and ethics.

  • She lived her life uprightly, always helping others in need.
  • They conducted their business uprightly, earning the respect of their community.

Examples of usage

  • She always acted righteously, never compromising her principles.
  • He was praised for his decision to act righteously, even when it was difficult.
  • The judge ruled righteously, ensuring justice was served.
  • The villagers lived righteously, helping each other in times of need.
  • They believed in living righteously, following the teachings of their religion.

Translations

Translations of the word "righteously" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น justamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเฅเคฏเคพเคฏเคชเฅ‚เคฐเฅเคตเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gerecht

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan benar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะฐะฒะตะดะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sprawiedliwie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆญฃใ—ใ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท justement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ justamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท haklฤฑ olarak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ •์˜๋กญ๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูุนูŽุฏู’ู„ู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ spravedlivฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ spravodlivo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ…ฌๆญฃๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ praviฤno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rรฉttlรกtt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำ™ะดั–ะปะดั–ะบะฟะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ—แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ แƒ˜แƒ•แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™dalษ™tlษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ justamente

Etymology

The word 'righteously' originated from the Middle English word 'rightwis', which is a combination of 'right' and 'wise'. Over time, the term evolved to 'righteously' to convey the sense of acting in a morally right or justifiable manner. The concept of righteousness has been a fundamental aspect of various religious and ethical traditions, emphasizing the importance of moral integrity and virtuous conduct.

See also: outright, right, righteous, rightful, rightfulness, rightly, rightness, rights, rightsizing.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,537, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.