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Definition of “righteous

righteous (ˈraɪtʃəsPronunciation for righteous

Definitions

adjective

    1. characterized by, proceeding from, or in accordance with accepted standards of morality, justice, or uprightness; virtuous  ⇒ a righteous man 
    2. ((as collective noun ; preceded by (; preceded by the)  ⇒ the righteous 
  1. morally justifiable or right, esp from one's own point of view  ⇒ righteous indignation 

Alternative Forms

ˈrighteously adverb ˈrighteousness noun

Word Origin

Old English rīhtwīs, from right + wise²

Usage examples

  • I was a sitting target for the old man's righteous indignation.
    Taylor, Andy, Toy Shop (1990)
  • Bansi Lal perhaps didn't play with a straight bat but not all of Sonia's aggressive flourishes are born of righteous indignation.
    India Today (1999)
  • Had there been more righteous Christians, then more Jews would have survived.
    Globe and Mail (2003)
  • The concert, in July 1985, powered by the righteous indignation of Bob Geldof, raised Pounds 110m for emergency famine relief.
    Times, Sunday Times (2004)
  • I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
    Tada, Joni Eareckson, Diamonds in the Dust (1993)

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