Main Entry: right·ful

Pronunciation: \ˈrīt-fəl\

Function: adjective

Date: 14th century

1 : just, equitable
2 a : having a just or legally established claim : legitimate <the rightful owner> b : held by right or just claim : legal <rightful authority>
3 : proper, fitting <assured of his rightful place in history — Brian Duff>

— right·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb

— right·ful·ness noun