Righteous and Venal

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Righteous adjective - Following the accepted rules of moral conduct.

Usage example: righteous behavior is its own reward

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Venal is an antonym for righteous.

Nearby Words: right, righteousness, rightly

Venal adjective - Open to improper influence and especially bribery.

Usage example: that judge is known for being venal and easily bought

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Righteous is an antonym for venal.

Nearby Words: venality, venation, vena

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