rightfully-given
|right-ful-ly-giv-en|
/ˈraɪtfəli ˈɡɪvən/
justly bestowed
Etymology
'rightfully-given' originates from the combination of 'rightfully' and 'given', where 'rightfully' is derived from 'right' meaning 'just or fair' and 'given' is the past participle of 'give', meaning 'to bestow or present'.
'rightfully' evolved from Old English 'rihtlice', and 'given' from Old English 'giefan', eventually forming the modern English term 'rightfully-given'.
Initially, 'rightfully' meant 'in a manner that is just or fair', and 'given' meant 'bestowed or presented'. The combined term 'rightfully-given' retains this meaning in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes something that has been given in a manner that is just, fair, or in accordance with rights or laws.
The award was rightfully-given to the most deserving candidate.
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Last updated: 2025/04/01 14:58