Meaning & use
Rightful
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Having a legitimate legal or moral claim to something, especially a position, title, or possession.
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After years of legal battles, she was declared the rightful owner of the estate.
The prince was crowned as the rightful heir to the throne.
A note on using this word
Often paired with nouns like 'heir,' 'owner,' or 'place' to emphasize a justified entitlement.
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