righteous Meaning, Definition & Usage
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adjective characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice
- the...prayer of a righteous man availeth much"- James 5:16
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adjective satellite morally justified
- righteous indignation
WordNet
Right"eous adjective
Etymology
OE.Definitions
Doing, or according with, that which is right; yielding to all their due; just; equitable; especially, free from wrong, guilt, or sin; holy; as, a .righteous man or act; arighteous retributionFearless in his righteous cause. Milton.
Syn. -- Upright; just; godly; holy; uncorrupt; virtuous; honest; equitable; rightful.