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righteously-executed

|right-eous-ly-ex-e-cut-ed|

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/ˈraɪtʃəsli ˈɛksɪˌkjutɪd/

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/ˈraɪtʃəsli ˈɛksɪˌkjuːtɪd/

morally justified action

Etymology
Etymology Information

'righteously-executed' originates from the combination of 'righteous' and 'execute', where 'righteous' meant 'morally right' and 'execute' meant 'to carry out'.

Historical Evolution

'righteous' changed from Old English 'rihtwīs' meaning 'just, upright' and 'execute' from Latin 'exsequi' meaning 'to follow out'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'righteous' meant 'just' and 'execute' meant 'to follow out', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'morally right execution'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

performed or carried out in a morally right or justifiable manner.

The decision was righteously-executed, ensuring justice was served.

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Last updated: 2025/05/24 07:25