rightful
[ rahyt-fuhl ]
/ ˈraɪt fəl /
adjective
having a valid or just claim, as to some property or position; legitimate: the rightful owner of the farm.
belonging or held by a valid or just claim: one's rightful property.
equitable or just, as actions or a cause.
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rightful
/ (ˈraɪtfʊl) /
adjective
in accordance with what is right; proper or just
(prenominal) having a legally or morally just claimthe rightful owner
(prenominal) held by virtue of a legal or just claimmy rightful property
Derived forms of rightful
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