right·ful 
/ˈraɪtfəl/ adjective
always used before a noun /ˈraɪtfəl/ adjective formal 1 : according to the law
▪ The property should be returned to its rightful owner. 2 : proper or appropriate
▪ He will be given his rightful place in the history books.
▪ The property should be returned to its rightful owner.
▪ He will be given his rightful place in the history books.
— right·ful·ly adverb
▪ The property is rightfully mine. ▪ She was rightfully praised for all the work she did.
▪ The property is rightfully mine. ▪ She was rightfully praised for all the work she did.
