Definition of Righteous

adhering to moral and/or religious beliefs

Examples of Righteous in a sentence

Although the righteous man knew his wife was cheating on him, he refused to leave her because the church opposed divorce.  🔊

The ruler was a righteous man who believed his people should be his equals and not his servants.  🔊

While the minister preached about the need for righteous behavior, out of church he was a thief and a scoundrel.  🔊

As a righteous young woman, Jane planned on saving her virginity for her husband.  🔊

The nun’s righteous values stem from her commitment to God.  🔊

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