rightly-awarded
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/ˈraɪtli əˈwɔrdɪd/
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/ˈraɪtli əˈwɔːdɪd/
deserved recognition
Etymology
'rightly-awarded' originates from the combination of 'rightly,' meaning 'in a just or proper manner,' and 'awarded,' meaning 'given as a prize or recognition.'
'Rightly' comes from Old English 'rihtlice,' and 'awarded' comes from Old French 'eswarder,' which evolved into the modern English 'award.'
Initially, 'rightly' meant 'in accordance with justice,' and 'award' meant 'to decide or determine.' Over time, it evolved to mean 'deservedly given.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
deservedly given or bestowed upon someone or something.
The Nobel Prize was rightly-awarded to the scientist for her groundbreaking research.
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Last updated: 2025/03/29 18:34