righteousness
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for righteousness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of being morally right or virtuous.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
unrighteousness
How to use righteousness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a sense of righteousness
moral righteousness
Etymology
From Old English rihtwīsnes, formed from righteous plus -ness.
Full origin of righteousness →Frequently asked questions
What does “righteousness” mean?
The word “righteousness” means the quality of being morally right or virtuous. In plain terms, the state or quality of being righteous — morally upright and just.
How do you pronounce “righteousness”?
“Righteousness” is pronounced RYT-shuhs-nuhs (/ˈɹaɪt͡ʃəsnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “righteousness” in a sentence?
Here is “righteousness” used in a sentence: “The sermon spoke of righteousness and forgiveness.”
What part of speech is “righteousness”?
“Righteousness” is a noun.
Where does the word “righteousness” come from?
The word “righteousness” comes from Old English. From Old English rihtwīsnes, formed from righteous plus -ness.
Is “righteousness” a common word?
“Righteousness” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
