unjustified
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for unjustified, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Not backed up by good reason; without justification.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Not backed up by good reason; without justification.
“The fear turned out to be completely unjustified.”
Opposites
2. adjective
In typesetting, text arranged so the lines are not evenly aligned on both edges.
“The document used unjustified text, giving it a ragged right edge.”
Opposites
How to use unjustified
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
unjustified fear
unjustified claim
unjustified text
Etymology
From "un-" + "justified."
Full origin of unjustified →Frequently asked questions
What does “unjustified” mean?
The word “unjustified” means not backed up by good reason; without justification. In plain terms, having no good reason behind it, or (in text layout) not aligned neatly on both sides.
How do you use “unjustified” in a sentence?
Here is “unjustified” used in a sentence: “The fear turned out to be completely unjustified.”
What part of speech is “unjustified”?
“Unjustified” is an adjective.
Is “unjustified” a common word?
“Unjustified” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “unjustified” have?
“Unjustified” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not backed up by good reason; without justification.
