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rightly
01
in a correct or accurate way
Grammatical Information
adverb of manner
Examples
If I recall rightly, the meeting starts at 10:30, not 11.
02
with justification; for a valid or understandable reason
Examples
He was rightly praised for his contribution to the project.
2.1
in a way that is fair or morally proper
Examples
The land rightly returned to its original owners.
Lexical Tree
uprightly
rightly
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