All Definitions for Right
Below are all the dictionary definitions of right:
1Complying with justice, correctness, or reason
2Correct, just, true. See also the interjection senses below.
3Designating the side of the body which is positioned to the east if one is facing north, the side on which the heart is not located in most humans. This arrow points to the reader's right: →
4Clockwise, particularly when describing a change in direction or orientation.
5Appropriate, perfectly suitable
6Fit for purpose.
7Healthy, sane, competent.
8Pertaining to the political right
9Conservative.
10In a correct manner.
11According to fact or truth
12Actually
13Truly
14Really.
15That which complies with justice, law or reason.
16A legal, just or moral entitlement.
17To set upright.
18To return to normal upright position.
19To correct.
20To do justice to
21To relieve from wrong
22To restore rights to
23To assert or regain the rights of.
24Designed to be placed or worn outward.
25Most favourable or convenient
26Fortunate.
27Very, extremely, quite.
28Exactly, precisely.
29Immediately, directly.
30All right
31Ot requiring assistance.
32Designating the bank of a river (etc.) on one's right when facing downstream (i.e. facing forward while floating with the current)
33That is, the south bank of a river that flows eastward. If this arrow: ⥴ shows the direction of the current, the tilde is on the right side of the river.
34Of an angle, measuring 90 degrees, or one quarter of a complete rotation
35The angle between two perpendicular lines.
36Of a geometric figure, incorporating a right angle between edges, faces, axes, etc.
37Real
38Eritable (used emphatically).
39Of or relating to the right whale.
40On the right side.
41Towards the right side.
42The outward or most finished surface, as of a coin, piece of cloth, a carpet, etc.
43A wave breaking from right to left (viewed from the shore).
44The ensemble of right-wing political parties
45Political conservatives as a group.
46The authority to perform, publish, film, or televise a particular work, event, etc.
47A copyright.
48The right side or direction.
49The right hand or fist.
50To a great extent or degree.
51Straight, not bent.
52The political right wing seen as a whole, as distinguished from an individual right-wing political party.
About rhymes for right
Finding the right rhyme for right helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "Complying with justice, correctness, or reason", right has 20 words that share its ending sound pattern.
Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Insight is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Light works well in formal or poetic contexts. Contrite is often preferred when the context calls for a specific nuance or imagery.
When choosing a rhyme, consider the meaning, formality level, and intended emotional impact. Some rhymes work better in casual songs while others shine in formal poetry. The list above provides the most common and useful rhymes for right, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.