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Definition of unrighteousness
unrighteousness
/ˌʌnˈraɪ.tʃəs.nəs/
un · right · eous · ness
Adverb:unrighteously
•Plural:unrighteousnesses
•Adjective:unrighteous
unrighteousness Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
4
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• noun
1
The quality or state of being morally wrong, unjust, wicked, or sinful.
Example
"The ancient prophets frequently spoke out against the unrighteousness and corruption of the ruling class."
• Rhymes for unrighteousness
Word Origin & Etymology
From Old English unrihtwisnes, formed from the prefix un- ('not'), rihtwis ('righteous, just'), and the noun-forming suffix -nes ('-ness').
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unrighteousness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unrighteousness