unjust meaning and definition

UNJUST adjective

Definition of unjust (adjective)

1. not fair; marked by injustice or partiality or deception
   • "used unfair methods"; "it was an unfair trial"; "took an unfair advantage"
   • synonyms: unfair
   • antonym: fair
2. violating principles of justice
   • "unjust punishment"; "an unjust judge"; "an unjust accusation"
   • antonym: just
3. not equitable or fair
   • "the inequitable division of wealth"; "inequitable taxation"
   • synonyms: inequitable
   • antonym: equitable