rightful

• Décrit ce qui est moralement ou juridiquement correct, juste ou légitime.

Describes something that is morally or legally correct, just, or legitimate.

1. Legally validB2formal

   Having a legal or moral basis; just and proper according to law or ethics.

   Légitime (au sens juridique)

   • The rightful heir to the throne was finally crowned.
   • She demanded her rightful share of the inheritance.
   • The property was returned to its rightful owner.

   Synonymesjustlawfullegallegitimatelicitpropervalid

   Antonymesillegalillegitimateinvalidunjustunlawfulwrongful

2. Having a legally established claimB2formal

   Possessing a legitimate or lawful entitlement to something.

   ayant droit

   • He is the rightful owner of the land according to the deed.
   • The court recognized her as the rightful beneficiary of the trust.
   • They fought for their rightful place in the company.

   Synonymesauthorizedduejustlawfullegallegitimatepropervalid

   Antonymesillegitimateunlawfulwrongful