CEFR B2

rightly

adverb

Meaning

In a way that is morally good, just, or true; in a way that is correct or accurate.

Examples

The journalist rightly pointed out the inconsistencies in the official report.
She felt she had rightly earned her promotion after years of hard work.

Synonyms: justly, correctly, properly, fairly

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rightly (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈraɪtli/

Definition

In a way that is morally good, just, or true; in a way that is correct or accurate.

Examples

The journalist rightly pointed out the inconsistencies in the official report.
She felt she had rightly earned her promotion after years of hard work.
The court rightly found the defendant not guilty due to lack of evidence.

How to Use rightly

rightly + verb (collocation): Used to emphasize that an action or judgment is correct or justified. — "The public rightly condemned the politician's controversial remarks."
rightly + adjective (collocation): Used to emphasize that a description or quality is accurate. — "The decision was rightly seen as a step forward for the community."

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