UNRIGHTEOUSLY Meaning and
Definition
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Unrighteously, as an adverb, is defined as an action, behavior, or attitude that is morally wrong, unjust, or unfair. It pertains to actions or conduct that deviates from what is ethically correct, righteous, or justifiable. This word is derived from the combination of "un-" meaning "not" or "lack of" and "righteously" meaning "in a morally upright and just manner".
When someone behaves unrighteously, they are acting in a way that is inconsistent with principles of fairness, integrity, and morality. It signifies a departure from righteousness and a violation of accepted standards or values. People might act unrighteously when they knowingly or unknowingly engage in dishonest practices, exploit others for personal gain, disregard the welfare of others, or act with blatant disregard for what is considered right and just.
Often used in a moral or ethical connotation, the term unrighteously implies that the individual is making choices or behaving in a manner that is not in accordance with what is equitable, honorable, or ethical. Actions like cheating, lying, stealing, or using power for personal advantage can be deemed as unrighteous behavior. It is the opposite of acting in a righteous and virtuous manner, where individuals strive to do what is good, just, and fair.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for UNRIGHTEOUSLY
- ynrighteously
- hnrighteously
- jnrighteously
- inrighteously
- 8nrighteously
- 7nrighteously
- ubrighteously
- umrighteously
- ujrighteously
- uhrighteously
- uneighteously
- undighteously
- unfighteously
- untighteously
- un5ighteously
- un4ighteously
- unrughteously
- unrjghteously
- unrkghteously
Etymology of UNRIGHTEOUSLY
The word unrighteously is derived from two main components: un- and -righteously.
The prefix un- is used to form words that express the opposite or absence of a particular quality, in this case, unrighteously implies the absence of righteousness.
The second component, -righteously, is formed by adding the suffix -ly to the word righteous. Righteous itself comes from the Middle English word rightwise, which combines right (in the sense of morally upright or just) and -wise (meaning in a certain way).
Therefore, unrighteously is formed by adding the negation prefix un- to righteously, which is derived from righteous, ultimately meaning in a way that is not morally upright or just.
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