Definition for RIGHT'FUL

RIGHT'FUL, a.

  1. Having the right or just claim according to established laws; as, the rightful heir to a throne or an estate.
  2. Being by right, or by just claim; as, a rightful lord; rightful property; rightful judge.
  3. Just; consonant to justice; as, a rightful cause; a rightful war. – Prior.

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