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righteousness

[ˈraɪtʃəsnəs]

righteousness Definition

  • 1the quality of being morally right or justifiable
  • 2acting in an upright, moral way

Using righteousness: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "righteousness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The judge's decision was based on righteousness and fairness.

  • Example

    He always tries to live his life with righteousness and integrity.

  • Example

    The religious leader preached about the importance of righteousness in daily life.

righteousness Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for righteousness

Phrases with righteousness

  • self-righteousness

    an excessive confidence in one's own righteousness and moral superiority

    Example

    His self-righteousness made it difficult for him to accept criticism or feedback.

  • a metaphorical covering of righteousness that protects a person from harm or wrongdoing

    Example

    She felt that her faith provided her with a cloak of righteousness that kept her safe from temptation.

  • a justified feeling of anger or indignation in response to injustice or wrongdoing

    Example

    She felt a righteous anger at the way the company had treated its employees.

Origins of righteousness

from Old English 'rihtwisnysse', meaning 'justice, equity'

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Summary: righteousness in Brief

The term 'righteousness' [ˈraɪtʃəsnəs] refers to the quality of being morally right or justifiable, and acting in an upright, moral way. It is exemplified by phrases like 'The judge's decision was based on righteousness and fairness.' 'Righteousness' extends into phrases like 'self-righteousness,' denoting excessive confidence in one's own righteousness, and 'righteous anger,' denoting justified indignation in response to injustice.