Righteously Definition & Meaning

righteously
adverb
  1. in a righteous manner; "righteously indignant"

"Righteously" in song lyrics

See how righteously is used in real songs:

  • "Authoritative restoration will be rationed righteously"
    Aesop Rock — Number Nine
  • "The prophets, the saints and the angels, Michael and son righteously"
    Bizzy Bone — Lovey, Dovey
  • "Like me, love me, then shove me righteously"
    Bizzy Bone & Layzie Bone f/ Krayzie Bone, Petey Pablo, Wish Bone — The Struggle

Usage tips for "righteously"

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