un·just

[uhn-juhst]
adjective
1.
not just; lacking in justice or fairness: unjust criticism; an unjust ruler.
2.
Archaic. unfaithful or dishonest.

Origin:
1350–1400; Middle English; see un-1, just1

un·just·ly, adverb
un·just·ness, noun


1. inequitable, partial, unfair, prejudiced, biased; undeserved, unmerited, unjustifiable.
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unjust (ʌnˈdʒʌst) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
not in accordance with accepted standards of fairness or justice; unfair
 
un'justly
 
adv
 
un'justness
 
n

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Word Origin & History

unjust
1382, of persons, from un- (1) "not" + just. Of actions, attested from c.1400.
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Example sentences
He would surely be both unkind and unjust to this century's methods of
  advertising and sales promotion.
Such unjust things couldn't possibly occur, and so the predictions can't be
  true.
Proponents of affirmative action say these arguments sanctify an unjust status
  quo.
Finally, on cross-appeal, plaintiff argues that the trial court erred in
  dismissing its unjust enrichment claim.
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