Meaning of unjust in English
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Classifying Adjective
unjustDefinitions
1. not righteousExamples
- « 'unjust' is an archaic term for 'unrighteous' »
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Qualitative Adjective
unjustDefinitions
1. not fairExamples
- « marked by injustice or partiality or deception »
- « used unfair methods »
- « it was an unfair trial »
- « took an unfair advantage »
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- 2. violating principles of justice
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- « unjust punishment »
- « an unjust judge »
- « an unjust accusation »
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- 3. not equitable or fair
Examples
- « the inequitable division of wealth »
- « inequitable taxation »
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