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adverb

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as in just
as stated or indicated without the slightest difference stay right where you are

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as in straight
in a direct line or course walk right over here now

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How is the word right different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of right are accurate, correct, exact, nice, and precise. While all these words mean "conforming to fact, standard, or truth," right is close to correct but has a stronger positive emphasis on conformity to fact or truth rather than mere absence of error or fault.

the right thing to do

In what contexts can accurate take the place of right?

While in some cases nearly identical to right, accurate implies fidelity to fact or truth attained by exercise of care.

an accurate description

When is it sensible to use correct instead of right?

The synonyms correct and right are sometimes interchangeable, but correct usually implies freedom from fault or error.

correct answers
socially correct dress

When might exact be a better fit than right?

In some situations, the words exact and right are roughly equivalent. However, exact stresses a very strict agreement with fact, standard, or truth.

exact measurements

When could nice be used to replace right?

While the synonyms nice and right are close in meaning, nice stresses great precision and delicacy of adjustment or discrimination.

makes nice distinctions

How are the words precise and exact related as synonyms of right?

Precise adds to exact an emphasis on sharpness of definition or delimitation.

precise calibration

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of right
Noun
They will be joined by the Rams—who also have rights in Australia, China, Japan, South Korea, Mexico and New Zealand—and the 49ers, who have rights in Mexico and the United Kingdom. Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 31 Mar. 2025 The field of medicine has undergone significant changes since the COVID-19 pandemic, with the biggest breakthrough right at our fingertips: telemedicine. Felicia Faber, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Tariffs are a tool in the toolbox to get these companies to do the right thing, and the intent behind it is to bring jobs back here. Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2025 When a young woman has to find her independence, that’s always going to entail a struggle, right? Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2025
Adverb
That was the No. 1 priority, right out of the gate. Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025 She’s had many years working at the front of the house in Charlotte restaurants, including at Blue, Mickey & Mooch and most recently, Primo — which sits right up the street from Fenwick’s. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2025
Verb
But on Friday, Broadcom’s blockbuster earnings report seemed to have righted the ship. Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2025 Boyd quickly got fouled and made two free throws, righting the ship. Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for right
Recent Examples of Synonyms for right
Noun
  • Poulter plays a radically un-self-aware scion of a billionaire family in A24’s absurdist comedy about wealth and privilege (which also stars Jenna Ortega, Paul Rudd and Téa Leoni).
    Seija Rankin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Boasberg scheduled another hearing in the case for April 8 to further discuss the government's argument on its invocation of the privilege.
    Jacob Rosen, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Or Russia’s claim to be the guardian of traditional, conservative values while demanding respect for its dominance over its neighbors.
    Michael Miklaucic, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Alston also gave the Court an opportunity to clarify the NCAA is not owed a deferential standard of review on antitrust claims.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The case is set for trial in January 2026, with Lowe’s family seeking justice for his death.
    Real-Time News team, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The prizes recognize people working in prisons, probation and youth justice and Princess Anne has been the organization's patron since its inception in 1985.
    Janine Henni, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Voters are not famous for their patience or, as Joe Biden could explain, their fondness for higher prices, something that’s true even if this is a one-off adjustment.
    The Editors, National Review, 28 Mar. 2025
  • When each channel is evaluated independently, the true value of awareness campaigns becomes invisible.
    Cody Greco, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Following Hailey’s response to the content creator, fans praised the Rhode founder for giving real, relatable feedback.
    Dayna Haffenden, People.com, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Consistency is key: Heintzman recommends dry brushing at least once a week to get real results.
    Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 4 Apr. 2025
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  • What Happens Next If Morgan is correct, Harry's standing in the broader royal family may be worse than previously thought.
    Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
  • The correct doneness is when the onions take on a dark chocolate color (approximately 45 to 60 minutes).
    Nicole Sours Larson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
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  • But after two deserved demotions, Poitras is anything but a sure NHL thing.
    Fluto Shinzawa, The Athletic, 18 Mar. 2025
  • The internet is demanding justice for a dog who was snubbed from a rightfully deserved treat after her owner got distracted.
    William Lambers, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025
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  • Nelson provided a copy of his honorable discharge, which was issued in 2011 and related to a previous term of service.
    Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2025
  • For Dan Hurley, UConn men, a painful, but honorable end to their historic era Dom Amore: For Dan Hurley, UConn men, a painful, but honorable end to their historic era Dom Amore’s Sunday Read: Will coaching carousel finally snag Dan Hurley’s assistants?
    Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 24 Mar. 2025

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“Right.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/right. Accessed 7 Apr. 2025.

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