Injustly: meaning, definitions and examples

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injustly

 

[ ɪnˈdʒʌstli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used in a sentence

In a way that is not fair or just; unfairly.

Synonyms

inequitably, unfairly, unjustifiably, wrongly

Examples of usage

  • He was accused unjustly of the crime.
  • She was treated unjustly by her employer.
  • The decision was made unjustly without considering all the facts.
Context #2 | Adverb

used in a sentence

In a manner that is morally wrong or unethical.

Synonyms

immorally, unethically, wrongfully

Examples of usage

  • He profited unjustly from the misfortune of others.
  • She was unjustly blamed for the mistake.

Translations

Translations of the word "injustly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 injustamente

🇮🇳 अन्यायपूर्वक

🇩🇪 ungerecht

🇮🇩 tidak adil

🇺🇦 несправедливо

🇵🇱 niesprawiedliwie

🇯🇵 不当に

🇫🇷 injustement

🇪🇸 injustamente

🇹🇷 haksızca

🇰🇷 부당하게

🇸🇦 بغير عدل

🇨🇿 nespravedlivě

🇸🇰 nespravodlivo

🇨🇳 不公正地

🇸🇮 nepravično

🇮🇸 óréttlát

🇰🇿 әділетсіз

🇬🇪 უსამართლოდ

🇦🇿 ədalətsiz

🇲🇽 injustamente

Etymology

The word 'injustly' originates from the combination of the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and the word 'justly' which comes from the Middle English 'juste' meaning 'righteous, equitable'. The concept of injustice has been prevalent throughout history, with various movements and individuals fighting against unjust treatment and discrimination.

See also: injustice, just, justice, justify, justly, unjust, unjustifiable, unjustly.