unjust

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un·just | \ ˌən-ˈjəst

Definition of unjust

1 : characterized by injustice : unfair

2 archaic : dishonest, faithless

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The convict received an unjust sentence.

Recent Examples on the Web Where the accused is placed above the law, there is an unjust system of justice. — Lewis R. Gordon, The Conversation, "Derek Chauvin trial: 3 questions America needs to ask about seeking racial justice in a court of law," 12 Apr. 2021 The Court identified the circumstances of Smith’s execution as unjust under the state’s current policy, and ruled accordingly. — Nick Tomaino, National Review, "Even on Death Row, Religious Liberty Must Be Protected," 7 Mar. 2021 Three men were sentenced to 24 years while three others were found not guilty in the trial, which the United Nations blasted as unjust. — Gina Heeb, Forbes, "Saudi Crown Prince Approved Killing Of Washington Post Journalist Jamal Khashoggi, U.S. Intelligence Report Concludes," 26 Feb. 2021 Concentrations of power and secrecy have always struck Americans as unjust; since the country’s founding, politicians have been elected on promises to tame and change Washington. — David Rohde, The New Yorker, "How America Escapes Its Conspiracy-Theory Crisis," 29 Oct. 2020 In light of the crackdown, Noor suggested Saturday’s arrests were unjust. — NBC News, "How Jordan's royal drama could threaten Middle East stability, as U.S. offers support," 5 Apr. 2021 Georgia lawmakers have been fiercely divided over the issue with Democrats arguing that the decisions of MLB and major corporations are an unfortunate but justified response to an unjust law, while Republicans argue the decisions are unfounded. — Matthew Brown, USA TODAY, "'Antithetical to the Gospel': Ex-Arkansas Gov. Huckabee slammed for racist tweet in attack on MLB, corporations," 4 Apr. 2021 At their very best, these groups have forged radical solidarity against white supremacy to fight unfair labor practices, unjust wars and the denial of political and civil rights. — Washington Post, "A convergence of racial reckoning for Black and Asian Americans," 24 Mar. 2021 Protests of unjust policing combined with fears that police were being targeted to fuel nationwide tension. — al, "$2.5 million settlement in Alabama police shooting, gun found at hospital left unresolved," 23 Mar. 2021

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