- morally justified
"righteous indignation"

- characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice
"the...prayer of a righteous man availeth much"- James 5:16

1. Doing, or according with, that which is right; yielding to all their due; just; equitable; especially, free from wrong, guilt, or sin; holy; as, a righteous man or act; a righteous retribution.

"Fearless in his righteous cause." -- Milton.

Syn. -- Upright; just; godly; holy; uncorrupt; virtuous; honest; equitable; rightful.