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Meaning of Just
The primary meaning of the word "just" is related to being fair and reasonable.
Etymology of Just
The word "just" comes from Old French "juste", from Latin "iustus", which is derived from "ius", meaning law or right, and the suffix "-tus", a noun-forming suffix
Historically, the word has been used in English since the 13th century to convey the idea of being fair, lawful, or righteous
Synonyms
fair
equitable
impartial
unbiased
reasonable
rational
legitimate
lawful
valid
proper
fitting
suitable
appropriate
rightful
honest
truthful
sincere
genuine
authentic
exact
precise
accurate
correct
upright
virtuous
moral
ethical
decent
honorable
respectable
upright
straightforward
direct
frank
candid
open
transparent
equitable
evenhanded
dispassionate
objective
neutral
detached
unprejudiced
fairminded
Definitions
- Based on morality or reason
- * Done or made according to a standard or principle
- * Barely or only
Usage Examples
- The judge tried to be just and impartial in her decision
- * It's just not fair to punish everyone for one person's mistake
- * She just arrived, so let's wait for her to catch her breath
Antonyms
unfair
biased
prejudiced
unreasonable
irrational
illegitimate
unlawful
invalid
improper
unsuitable
inappropriate
wrongful
dishonest
untruthful
insincere
fake
inexact
imprecise
inaccurate
incorrect
corrupt
vicious
immoral
unethical
indecent
dishonorable
disreputable
crooked
dishonest
partial
one-sided
subjective
bigoted
intolerant
unjust