rightfully

rightfully(
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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. legítimamente
You are the deceased's heir, so the money rightfully belongs to you.Eres el heredero del difunto, así que el dinero legítimamente te pertenece.
b. por derecho
The judge determined that the property rightfully belongs to Alex.El juez determinó que la propiedad pertenece a Alex por derecho.
a. con razón
The citizens are rightfully angry that they have not had clean water for months.Con razón los ciudadanos se enojan por no tener agua limpia durante meses.
b. con justicia
The author is rightfully recognized as one of the best. Each one of his books is brilliant.Con justicia se reconoce el autor como uno de los mejores. Cada uno de sus libros es genial.
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