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RIGHTFUL

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Legally valid

Example:

a rightful inheritance

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

just (used especially of what is legally or ethically right or proper or fitting)

Derivation:

rightfulness (anything in accord with principles of justice)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Having a legally established claim

Example:

the true and lawful king

Synonyms:

lawful; rightful; true

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

legitimate (of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful)

Derivation:

rightfulness (anything in accord with principles of justice)

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