unjust

American  

[uhn-juhst] / ʌnˈdʒʌst /

adjective

1. not just; lacking in justice or fairness.

   unjust criticism;

   an unjust ruler.

   Synonyms:

   unjustifiable, unmerited, undeserved, biased, prejudiced, unfair, partial, inequitable

2. Archaic. unfaithful or dishonest.

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unjust British  

/ ʌnˈdʒʌst /

adjective

1. not in accordance with accepted standards of fairness or justice; unfair

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Other Word Forms

• unjustly adverb
• unjustness noun

Etymology

Origin of unjust

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; un- ¹ + just ¹

Example Sentences

The reality of keeping Black men, women, and children enslaved was unjust, a violation of human rights, and contrary to “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness,” the founding ideals of the United States.

From Literature

"This is as unjust to the innocent as it is to the genuine victims. I calmly await this trial, which will allow the truth to come out publicly."

From BBC

The court could see this as equitable fraud or unjust enrichment, usually easier to prove than promissory estoppel.

From MarketWatch

"After 10 months in hiding and almost nine months of unjust imprisonment, I confirm that I am now completely free," Guanipa wrote on social media.

From Barron's

“This decision is both unjust and wrong,” said Clark’s attorney, Erin Joyce.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• biased
• inequitable
• one-sided
• partisan
• prejudiced
• unfair
• unjustified
• wrong
• wrongful