righteous righteous /ˈraɪtʃəs/

adjective

1. () Characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice  ( righteous )
   characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice
    The...prayer of a righteous man availeth much
   the...prayer of a righteous man availeth much
   
2. Morally justified  ( righteous )
   morally justified
    Righteous indignation
   righteous indignation