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- [rahyt-fuh l]
- /ˈraɪt fəl/
- /ˌʌnˈraɪtfʊl /
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- [rahyt-fuh l]
- /ˈraɪt fəl/
Definitions of unrightful word
- adjective unrightful having a valid or just claim, as to some property or position; legitimate: the rightful owner of the farm. 1
- adjective unrightful belonging or held by a valid or just claim: one's rightful property. 1
- adjective unrightful equitable or just, as actions or a cause. 1
- adjective unrightful proper; appropriate; fitting. 1
- adjective unrightful wrongful; unjust 0
- adjective unrightful Not rightful. 0
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Origin of unrightful
First appearance:
before 1150 One of the 7% oldest English words
before 1150; Middle English; late Old English rihtful; see right (noun), -ful
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Parts of speech for Unrightful
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
unrightful popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
unrightful usage trend in Literature
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Antonyms for unrightful
adj unrightful
- collectible — that can be collected
- condign — (esp of a punishment) fitting; deserved
- due — together; in unison.
- in arrears — in arrears, behind or late, especially in payment: She was three months in arrears on her mortgage and credit card payments. Also, Chiefly Law, in arrear.
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