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rightness

 

[ ˈraɪtnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in ethics

The quality or state of being correct or true; conformity to fact or truth. It is often used in moral or ethical contexts to refer to the principle of doing what is right.

Synonyms

correctness, integrity, morality, truth

Examples of usage

  • The decision was made with a focus on rightness rather than convenience.
  • She always strives for rightness in her actions, even when it's difficult.
  • His sense of rightness guided him in making the tough choices.
Context #2 | Noun

in mathematics

The quality or state of being perpendicular or at a right angle.

Synonyms

orthogonality, perpendicularity

Examples of usage

  • The rightness of the triangle was essential to solving the problem.
  • Make sure the lines are at perfect rightness before proceeding.
Context #3 | Noun

in aesthetics

The quality or state of being in harmony or balance.

Synonyms

balance, harmony, proportion

Examples of usage

  • The artist achieved a sense of rightness in the composition of the painting.
  • There's a natural rightness to the design that is pleasing to the eye.

Translations

Translations of the word "rightness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 brilho

🇮🇳 चमक

🇩🇪 Helligkeit

🇮🇩 kecerahan

🇺🇦 яскравість

🇵🇱 jasność

🇯🇵 明るさ

🇫🇷 luminosité

🇪🇸 brillo

🇹🇷 parlaklık

🇰🇷 밝기

🇸🇦 سطوع

🇨🇿 jasnost

🇸🇰 jasnosť

🇨🇳 亮度

🇸🇮 svetlost

🇮🇸 birtustig

🇰🇿 жарқырау

🇬🇪 სიკაშკაშე

🇦🇿 parlaqlıq

🇲🇽 brillo

Etymology

The word 'rightness' has its origins in Middle English, where it was derived from the Old English word 'rihtnes', meaning 'justice' or 'righteousness'. Over time, its meaning expanded to include concepts of correctness, truth, and moral integrity. The use of 'rightness' in ethical discussions became more prominent during the 19th and 20th centuries, reflecting a focus on moral principles and doing what is morally right. In mathematics and aesthetics, 'rightness' took on additional nuances related to perpendicularity, harmony, and balance.

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

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,718, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.