rightly

[US]/'raɪtlɪ/
[UK]/'raɪtli/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adv.correctly, fairly;definitely, undoubtedly

Phrases & Collocations

rightly so

rightly said

rightly deserved

rightly pointed out

rightly or wrongly

Example Sentences

to be rightly proud of something

to be rightly concerned about the situation

to be rightly accused of a crime

to be rightly praised for one's achievements

to be rightly rewarded for hard work

to be rightly compensated for damages

to be rightly criticized for mistakes

to be rightly recognized for talent

to be rightly entitled to certain benefits

to be rightly guided in decision-making

Real-world Examples

Greene comes by his love of performance rightly.

Source: Time

We rail against urban sprawl, and rightly so.

Source: TED Talks (Video Version) Bilingual Selection

And rightly so; it's world famous.

Source: 100 Classic English Essays for Recitation

So yes, they are getting devalued and probably rightly so.

Source: Connection Magazine

It is only with the heart that one can see rightly.

Source: The original soundtrack of "The Little Prince" animated movie.

Swords like these were rightly considered the noblest of all weapons.

Source: If national treasures could speak.

Now, rightly or wrongly, they can make snap judgements-or quick decisions-about us.

Source: 6 Minute English

He didn't cut so sublime a figure that day, if I remember rightly.

Source: Gone with the Wind

" These are serious practices and they have been rightly sanctioned, " Le Maire said.

Source: VOA Special June 2021 Collection

And that's why 17 states, as you rightly say, have invested in that.

Source: PBS Interview Education Series

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