injustice

[in-juhs-tis]

noun

1. the quality or fact of being unjust; inequity.

2. violation of the rights of others; unjust or unfair action or treatment.

   Synonyms: tort, wrong, injury

3. an unjust or unfair act; wrong.

injustice

/ ɪnˈdʒʌstɪs /

noun

1. the condition or practice of being unjust or unfair

2. an unjust act

Other Word Forms

• superinjustice noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of injustice¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin injūstitia; equivalent to in- ³ + justice

Example Sentences

Restorative justice is a process in the criminal justice system which brings the victims of an injustice and the people responsible together in a bid to repair harm caused.

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Most of Stephen’s books are a song to empathy in general, and denouncing injustice everywhere.

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“This Unruly Witness: June Jordan’s Legacy” is perfect for anyone looking for a way to embrace morality while calling out injustice.

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Miller covered a wide range of stories at CBS News, and paid special attention to issues of racism and social injustice.

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The government says this will "end the injustice of tenants being trapped paying rent for substandard properties".

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• abuse 
• breach 
• crime 
• discrimination 
• inequality 
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• infringement 
• malpractice 
• maltreatment 
• oppression 
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• prejudice 
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• violation 
• wrong 
• wrongdoing