Righteousness: meaning, definitions and examples

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righteousness

 

[ ˈraɪtʃəsnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in religion

Righteousness is the quality of being morally right or justifiable. It is often associated with good deeds, virtuous behavior, and adherence to moral principles.

Synonyms

goodness, integrity, morality, virtue

Examples of usage

  • He was praised for his righteousness and integrity.
  • She believed in living a life of righteousness and compassion.
  • His righteousness led him to help those in need.
Context #2 | Noun

general usage

Righteousness can also refer to the quality of being genuine or authentic, especially in one's actions or beliefs.

Synonyms

honesty, sincerity, truthfulness

Examples of usage

  • His righteousness in dealing with others earned him respect.
  • She defended her righteousness in the face of criticism.

Translations

Translations of the word "righteousness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 justiça

🇮🇳 धार्मिकता

🇩🇪 Gerechtigkeit

🇮🇩 kebenaran

🇺🇦 праведність

🇵🇱 prawość

🇯🇵 正義

🇫🇷 justice

🇪🇸 justicia

🇹🇷 adalet

🇰🇷 정의

🇸🇦 البر

🇨🇿 spravedlnost

🇸🇰 spravodlivosť

🇨🇳 正义

🇸🇮 pravičnost

🇮🇸 réttlæti

🇰🇿 әділдік

🇬🇪 სიმართლე

🇦🇿 ədalət

🇲🇽 justicia

Word origin

The word 'righteousness' comes from the Old English word 'rihtwīs', which means 'rightful, just, or upright'. It has roots in various ancient languages and has been used in religious and moral contexts for centuries. The concept of righteousness is fundamental in many belief systems and philosophies, emphasizing the importance of moral goodness and ethical behavior.

See also: unrighteous.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,773 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.