adv
rightfully
RYT-fuh-lee
adv
1
In a manner that is legitimate, just, or deserved.
"She rightfully claimed the prize after winning the contest."
How to Use Rightfully
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDeservedly or lawfully.
Common pairings
rightfully hers
rightfully claim
Word Forms
more rightfully comparative, most rightfully superlative
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Etymology
From rightful plus -ly.