rightness

noun

right·​ness

plural -es

1

: the quality or state of being right (as in character or conduct) : moral rectitude : integrity

2

: factual correctness : accuracy, truth

3

: the quality or state of being appropriate : fitness, suitability

Word History

Etymology

Middle English rihtnes, rightnes, from Old English rihtnes, from riht right + -nes -ness

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Rhymes for rightness

• brightness
• lightness
• tightness
• whiteness
• politeness
• uprightness