rightful
/ˈraɪtfəl/
adjective
- Having a just or legal claim; legitimate or proper.
- He demanded his rightful share of the inheritance.
- The stolen painting was returned to its rightful owner.
- She is the rightful heir to the throne.
- Appropriate or correct according to law, justice, or custom.
- The team earned their rightful place in the finals.
- The king took his rightful seat on the throne.
- Everyone deserves to be treated with rightful respect.
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