An unqualified right; a right to act or refuse to act that is at the sole discretion of the person possessing the right.

(informal, with "the") Ideal and essential qualities in character that are critical for success.

(law) The rights on a work not related to its author's copyright.

(public policy, law, ethics) The human right (the right of an individual) to have gainful employment.

plural of right of publicity

(law) The right of an individual to control the commercial use of his or her name, image, likeness, or other identifying characteristics.

plural of right whale

plural of right-to-lifer

Alternative form of might makes right

(nautical) Able to right itself if overturned.