Word Meaning

rightful definition and meaning

a. Righteous; upright; just; good; -- said of persons.
a. Consonant to justice; just; as, a rightful cause.
a. Having the right or just claim according to established laws; being or holding by right; as, the rightful heir to a throne or an estate; a rightful king.
a. Belonging, held, or possessed by right, or by just claim; as, a rightful inheritance; rightful authority.

Crossword clues for rightful

- Proper and just