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unjustifiable

British  
/ ʌnˈdʒʌstɪˌfaɪəbəl /

adjective

  1. not capable of being justified

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • unjustifiably adverb

Example Sentences

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Educators throughout the state are assessing how to approach thoughtful, age-appropriate context as they navigate the unjustifiable personal conduct alleged by his accusers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

Lorraine Baker, who runs the Scottish Greyhound Sanctuary, said it was "unjustifiable" to legally allow racing.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Bangladesh strongly objected to a protest by a Hindu group outside its diplomatic premises in Delhi, calling it "unjustifiable".

From BBC • Dec. 23, 2025

The probe prompted then prime minister David Cameron to issue a formal apology for the killings, calling them "unjustified and unjustifiable".

From Barron's • Oct. 23, 2025

This deplorable incident has made our section the target of unjustifiable criticism, thoughtless accusations, and avenging threats.

From "Mississippi Trial, 1955" by Chris Crowe