rightly so

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv

In a manner that is factual or just; correctly, fairly, justly, truly; also, in a manner acceptable or excusable in the circumstances; understandably.

/ˌɹaɪtli ˈsəʊ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-rightly so.wav /ˌɹaɪtli ˈsoʊ/

rightly so

PIE word *swé From rightly + so (“in a particular manner”).

with good reason

arightly damn right righteously rightfully serve someone right

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