adverb
In a way that is correct or accurate.
She rightly guessed the answer.
They rightly believed that the plan would fail.
Common phrases & grammar
rightly believe · rightly assume · rightly point out
rightly + verb
rightly + verb + that + clause
American English
How to pronounce rightly
adverbB2
RAITlee
/ˈɹaɪt̚.li/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
In a way that is correct or accurate.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
adverb
For a good reason, or in a fair and deserved way.
He was rightly proud of his team.
The company was rightly criticized for the delay.
Common phrases & grammar
rightly proud · rightly criticized · rightly concerned
be + rightly + adjective
Useful expressions
with good reason; as is fair
She was proud of her work, and rightly so.
whether correctly or not
Rightly or wrongly, he felt responsible.