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Definition of injustice

injustice

/ɪnˈdʒʌs.tɪs/
in · jus · tice

Adverb:unjustly
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Plural:injustices
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Adjective:unjust
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1

The absence of fairness, equity, or moral rightness in a situation or system.

Example

"The civil rights movement sought to eliminate social and economic injustice across the country."


2

A specific unjust act, wrong, or instance of unfair treatment inflicted upon someone.

Example

"By blaming her for the team's mistake, the manager did her a grave injustice."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French 'injustice', which derives from Latin 'iniustitia', formed from 'in-' (not) and 'iustitia' (justice, equity).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Injustice. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/injustice
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