Synonyms of rightful
13 similar words · 2 opposite words
Another word for rightful is true. Other synonyms of rightful are acceptable, legitimate, legal, permissible and licit. The opposite of rightful is wrongful.
Synonyms and similar words for rightful
adjectiveBy right; by law.
- legitimateIn accordance with the law or established legal forms and requirements.
- trueConforming to a rule or pattern; exact; accurate.
- de jureLegal; justified by right or by law, especially when in name only.
- legalBeing established, permitted, required or prescribed by law.
- acceptableCapable, worthy, or sure of being accepted or received with pleasure; welcome; gratifying; pleasing to a receiver.
- allowablePermissible; tolerable; legitimate.
- legitLegitimate; legal; allowed by the rules; valid.
- licitUnforbidden; permitted.
- permissiblePermitted.
- rulableAccording to rule; allowable.
- valid
- lawful
- leveful obsoleteAllowable; permissible; lawful.
Opposite of rightful
adjectiveBy right; by law.
- unrightfulNot rightful.
- wrongfulUnlawful or illegal.
Meaning of rightful
- adjective By right; by law.
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Questions about synonyms of rightful
- What is another word for rightful?
- Rightful has 13 synonyms on Word.ws, such as true, acceptable, legitimate, legal, permissible, licit and allowable.
- What is the opposite of rightful?
- The opposite of rightful is wrongful. Other antonyms of rightful are unrightful.
- What does rightful mean?
- Rightful means by right; by law.
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