unrighteous

Meanings

• adjective

  Not acting in accordance with what is morally right or just.

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Antonyms

righteous

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with unrighteous
unwise , unwise guy , sky , tie , spy , lie

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Variants

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unrighteous , unrighteously , unrighteousness , unrighteousnesses

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Etymology

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From old English 'unrightwis' meaning 'not righteous'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'unrighteous' appears in the Bible multiple times, particularly in the Old Testament.

2. In some cultures, the term 'unrighteous' is also used to describe a person who has been excommunicated from the community for their immoral actions.

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Related Concepts

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1. sin: Unrighteousness is a synonym for sin and can be used interchangeably.

2. immorality: Unrighteousness is a form of immorality, which refers to actions or behaviors that are contrary to moral principles.

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Culture

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In literature and art, the term 'unrighteous' is often used to describe characters or actions that go against moral principles and societal norms. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', Lady Macbeth's unrighteous actions lead to her downfall.

How to Memorize "unrighteous"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person acting selfishly and disregarding the moral principles, causing harm to others. Visualize the consequences of their unrighteous actions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'unrighteous' with the concept of moral wrongdoing and injustice.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase like 'Understanding Not Righteous Is Essential' to remember the meaning of the term.

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