Definition of Righteousness

1. Noun. Adhering to moral principles.


Definition of Righteousness

1. n. The quality or state of being righteous; holiness; purity; uprightness; rectitude.

Definition of Righteousness

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Medical Definition of Righteousness

1. 1. The quality or state of being righteous; holiness; purity; uprightness; rectitude. Righteousness, as used in Scripture and theology, in which it chiefly occurs, is nearly equivalent to holiness, comprehending holy principles and affections of heart, and conformity of life to the divine law. 2. A righteous act, or righteous quality. "All our righteousnesses are as filthy rags." (Isa. Lxiv. 6) 3. The act or conduct of one who is righteous. "Blessed are they that keep judgment, and he that doeth rightness at all times." (Ps. Cvi. 3) 4. The state of being right with God; justification; the work of Christ, which is the ground justification. "There are two kinds of Christian righteousness: the one without us, which we have by imputation; the other in us, which consisteth of faith, hope, and charity, and other Christian virtues." (Hooker) "Only for the righteousness of Christ imputed to us, and received by faith alone." (Westminster Catechism) Synonym: Uprightness, holiness, godliness, equity, justice, rightfulness, integryty, honesty, faithfulness. Origin: AS. Rihtwisnes. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Righteousness

right-hand man
right-hearted
right-minded
right-side-out(p)
right-side-up(p)
right-to-left shunt
right-wing
right-winger
righted
righten
rightened
rightens
righteous
righteously
righteousness (current term)
righteousness (current term)
righteousnesses
righter
righters
rightest
righteyed flounder
righteye flounder
rightful
rightful(a)
rightfully
rightfulness
rightfulnesses
righthander
righties
righting

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