unjust
[ uhn-juhst ]
/ ʌnˈdʒʌst /
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adjective
not just; lacking in justice or fairness: unjust criticism; an unjust ruler.
Archaic. unfaithful or dishonest.
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un·just·ly, adverbun·just·ness, nounWords nearby unjust
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unjust
/ (ʌnˈdʒʌst) /
adjective
not in accordance with accepted standards of fairness or justice; unfair
Derived forms of unjust
unjustly, adverbunjustness, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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