1. morally right or justifiable; virtuous
2. feeling or showing anger about something perceived as unfair or wrong
Usage: often used with ‘indignation’ or ‘anger’
3. excellent or admirable
Usage: slang

Examples

• She lived a righteous life, always helping those in need.
• The protesters felt righteous anger about the injustice.
• He was known as a righteous man who never broke his word.
• Her righteous indignation was clear when she spoke about corruption.
• The judge made a righteous decision based on the evidence.
• That was a righteous guitar solo at the concert.
• Many religious people strive to follow a righteous path.