Synonyms of rightful

rightful

adjective

ˈrīt-fəl 

as in deserved

being what is called for by accepted standards of right and wrong

in light of her admission of having lied, the only rightful course of action for the governor would be to resign

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deserved
• justified
• legal
• proper
• legitimate
• due
• right
• competent
• appropriate
• suitable
• fair
• condign
• merited
• lawful
• warranted
• just
• equitable
• correct
• requisite
• fitting
• apt
• meet
• applicable
• strict
• true
• accurate
• fit
• uncompromising
• impartial
• stringent
• square
• rhadamanthine

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unfair
• undue
• unjust
• unwarranted
• unjustified
• undeserved
• irrelevant
• improper
• unreasonable
• incorrect
• partial
• inappropriate
• unsuitable
• unjustifiable
• unequal
• unmerited
• incoherent
• indefensible
• inapplicable
• inequitable
• arbitrary
• irrelative
• unlawful
• biased
• despotic
• illegitimate
• inapt
• inapposite

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of rightful

Public health must take its rightful place as a cornerstone of national policy, insulated from political whims and guided by science. —Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024

And, given the rightful skepticism surrounding DOOM’s legacy being morphed into shiny reissues, books, and tribute shows, the anti-corporate bent of Majician is the realest nod. —Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 9 Dec. 2024

Born as an artist collective, Xico has consistently worked to provide a platform for underrepresented voices, ensuring their rightful place in Arizona's art community. —Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 27 Nov. 2024

With Bicester Collection’s upcoming New York location set to stock Nigerian designers, African fashion is claiming its rightful place in the global luxury market. —Chika Uwazie, Essence, 30 Oct. 2024