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unjustly

 

[ ʌnˈdʒʌstli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used to describe actions or decisions that are not fair or just

In an unfair or unjust manner. Not based on or behaving according to what is morally right and fair.

Synonyms

improperly, injustly, unethically, unfairly, wrongly

Examples of usage

  • She was unjustly accused of the crime.
  • He was unjustly treated by his employer.
  • The decision was made unjustly and without proper consideration.
  • The company was accused of unjustly discriminating against certain employees.
  • The judge ruled that the defendant had been unjustly prosecuted.

Translations

Translations of the word "unjustly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 injustamente

🇮🇳 अन्यायपूर्ण तरीके से

🇩🇪 ungerechterweise

🇮🇩 tidak adil

🇺🇦 несправедливо

🇵🇱 niesprawiedliwie

🇯🇵 不当に

🇫🇷 injustement

🇪🇸 injustamente

🇹🇷 haksızca

🇰🇷 부당하게

🇸🇦 بشكل غير عادل

🇨🇿 nespravedlivě

🇸🇰 nespravodlivo

🇨🇳 不公正地

🇸🇮 nepravično

🇮🇸 óréttlátt

🇰🇿 әділетсіз

🇬🇪 უსამართლოდ

🇦🇿 ədalətsiz

🇲🇽 injustamente

Etymology

The word 'unjustly' originates from the Middle English word 'unjust' which comes from the Old French 'injuste', and ultimately from the Latin word 'injustus'. It has been used in the English language for centuries to describe actions or decisions that are not fair or just. The concept of justice and fairness has been a fundamental aspect of human societies throughout history, with various philosophical and legal discussions surrounding the idea of what is just and unjust.

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

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,050, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.