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Definition of injustice
injustice
/ɪnˈdʒʌs.tɪs/
in · jus · tice
Adverb:unjustly
•Plural:injustices
•Adjective:unjust
injustice Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
3
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• noun
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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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