Rightly — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /ˈrīt-lē/ right·ly

Meaning & Definition of Rightly

Rightly (adverb)

  1. in accordance with right conduct, fairly, justly
  2. in the right or proper manner, properly, fittingly
  3. according to truth or fact, correctly, exactly

Rightly (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose

    "marveling at the awesome sight, we had to agree that the Grand Canyon was rightly named"

    similar: appositely, appropriately, congruously, correctly, duly, fittingly, happily, meetly, properly, right, suitably
    related: well, acceptably, adequately, passably, satisfactorily, tolerably, decently, decorously
    opposite: improperly, inappropriately, incongruously, incorrectly, unseemly, unsuitably, wrongly
    near: unacceptably, unsatisfactorily, inopportunely, unfortunately, unseasonably, inappositely, inaptly, irrelevantly, awkwardly, ungracefully

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Rightly

The most common words with a similar meaning to Rightly:

appositely, appropriately, congruously, correctly, duly, fittingly, happily, meetly, properly, right, suitably

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Rightly

Words with the opposite meaning of Rightly:

improperly, inappropriately, incongruously, incorrectly, unseemly, unsuitably, wrongly

Related Words for Rightly

well, acceptably, adequately, passably, satisfactorily, tolerably, decently, decorously

Near Antonyms of Rightly

unacceptably, unsatisfactorily, inopportunely, unfortunately, unseasonably, inappositely, inaptly, irrelevantly, awkwardly, ungracefully

Origin & Etymology of Rightly

First known use: before 12th century

Words & Phrases Containing Rightly

not rightly

Frequently Asked Questions about Rightly

What does "Rightly" mean?

"Rightly" means in accordance with right conduct, fairly, justly. As an adverb, it is defined as: in accordance with right conduct, fairly, justly.

What is another word for "Rightly"?

Other words for "Rightly" include appositely, appropriately, congruously, correctly, duly, fittingly, happily and meetly. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Rightly" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Rightly"?

There are 19 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Rightly". Common alternatives include appositely, appropriately, congruously, correctly, duly, fittingly, happily, meetly, properly and right.

What is the opposite of "Rightly"?

Antonyms of "Rightly" include improperly, inappropriately, incongruously, incorrectly, unseemly, unsuitably and wrongly. Near antonyms include unacceptably, unsatisfactorily, inopportunely and unfortunately.

How do you use "Rightly" in a sentence?

Examples of "Rightly" in a sentence: "marveling at the awesome sight, we had to agree that the Grand Canyon was rightly named".

Is "Rightly" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Rightly" is an adverb.

How do you pronounce "Rightly"?

"Rightly" is pronounced /ˈrīt-lē/ and divided into syllables as right·ly.

What is the origin of the word "Rightly"?

First known use: before 12th century.