Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

unjust

[uhn-juhst] / ʌnˈdʒʌst /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In October 2025, Seoul apologised for the first time for state-sanctioned malpractices, saying "unjust human rights violations" were committed.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The majority decision also imposes new requirements on compassionate release, which was designed to show mercy to prisoners and to provide a “safety valve” for unjust sentences.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

The reaction against him is swift and unjust.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

In 2024, Musk accused OpenAI and Altman of unjust enrichment and breaching a charitable trust, according to his lawsuit filed in federal court in the Northern District of California.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Thoreau, to protest slavery and what he saw as America’s unjust war in Mexico, had refused to pay taxes.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin




Vocabulary lists containing unjust


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "unjust" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com