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.
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He always tries to live his life with righteousness and integrity.
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The religious leader preached about the importance of righteousness in daily life.
righteousness Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for righteousness
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.
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'
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.
