right

Straight, not bent.

a right line

Of an angle, having a size of 90 degrees, or one quarter of a complete rotation; the angle between two perpendicular lines.

The kitchen counter formed a right angle with the back wall.

Of a geometric figure, incorporating a right angle between edges, faces, axes, etc.

a right triangle, a right prism, a right cone

Complying with justice, correctness or reason; correct, just, true.

I thought you'd made a mistake, but it seems you were right all along.

Appropriate, perfectly suitable; fit for purpose.

Is this the right software for my computer?

Healthy, sane, competent.

I'm afraid my father is no longer in his right mind.

Real; veritable (used emphatically).

You've made a right mess of the kitchen!

All right; not requiring assistance.

Most favourable or convenient; fortunate.

Designating the side of the body which is positioned to the east if one is facing north. This arrow points to the reader's right: →

After the accident, her right leg was slightly shorter than her left.

Designed to be placed or worn outward.

the right side of a piece of cloth

Pertaining to the political right; conservative.

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