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righteousness

/ˈraɪtɪəsnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does righteousness mean?

noun

The quality of being morally upright and virtuous; a state of being just and righteous.

Example

"The judge's righteousness in upholding the law was an inspiration to the community."

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