righteous Definition
- 1morally right or justifiable
- 2very good; excellent
Using righteous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "righteous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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He was a righteous man who always stood up for what was right.
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The judge made a righteous decision in the case.
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She has a righteous anger towards injustice.
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That was a righteous performance by the band.
righteous Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with righteous
self-righteous
having or characterized by a strong belief in one's own righteousness and morality, especially in contrast with the beliefs and actions of others
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He can be very self-righteous about his political views.
a feeling of anger and outrage that is morally justified
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She felt a sense of righteous indignation at the way she had been treated.
righteousness exalts a nation
a proverbial phrase that means a nation becomes great when its people are righteous and moral
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The president often quotes 'righteousness exalts a nation' in his speeches.
Origins of righteous
from Old English 'rihtwis', meaning 'just, upright'
Summary: righteous in Brief
The term 'righteous' [ˈraɪtʃəs] refers to moral or ethical correctness, as well as excellence. It can describe individuals, decisions, or emotions, exemplified by 'He was a righteous man who always stood up for what was right.' 'Righteous' extends into phrases like 'self-righteous,' denoting excessive belief in one's own morality, and 'righteous indignation,' implying morally justified anger.
