unfairness

noun

un·​fairness
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Synonyms of unfairnessnext
: the quality or state of being unfair:
a
: injustice
recognized the unfairness of the decision
b
: improper alignment or fit
noticed the unfairness of the rivet holes

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“Unfairness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unfairness. Accessed 15 Dec. 2025.

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