rightful

English

Etymology

From Middle English rightful, ryghtfull, riȝtful, from Old English *rihtfull (suggested by derivative unrihtfull (“unrightful”)), equivalent to right +‎ -ful.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈɹaɪtfəl/
  • Audio (Southern England):(file)
  • Rhymes: -aɪtfəl
  • Hyphenation: right‧ful

Adjective

rightful

  1. By right; by law.
    Who shall pull this sword from the stone is rightful king of England.W
    She claimed her rightful inheritance.
    He was restored to his rightful position.
    rightful owner
    rightful heir

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