RIGHTFUL


Meaning of RIGHTFUL in English

— rightfully , adv. — rightfulness , n.

/ruyt"feuhl/ , adj.

1. having a valid or just claim, as to some property or position; legitimate: the rightful owner of the farm.

2. belonging or held by a valid or just claim: one's rightful property.

3. equitable or just, as actions or a cause.

4. proper; appropriate; fitting.

[ bef. 1150; ME; late OE rihtful; see RIGHT (n.), -FUL ]

Random House Webster's Unabridged English dictionary.      Полный английский словарь Вебстер - Random House .