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unjustly

/ʌnˈdʒʌst.li/
un · just · ly
Adjective:unjust
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• adverb

1

In a manner that is unfair, morally wrong, or not based on justice, honesty, or sound reason.

Example

"The worker was unjustly accused of negligence before a thorough investigation had been conducted."

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• Rhymes for unjustly

• Nearby Words

unjustifiable
unjustifiably
unjustified
unjustly
unjustness
unkempt
unkemptly

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'unjust' and the adverbial suffix '-ly', with 'just' deriving from the Latin 'iustus', meaning 'lawful, rightful, or equitable'.

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