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unjustified

Unjustified (adjective) means not backed up by good reason; without justification. Example: “The fear turned out to be completely unjustified.”

adjective

Not backed up by good reason; without justification.

"The fear turned out to be completely unjustified."

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."

How to use unjustified

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving no good reason behind it, or (in text layout) not aligned neatly on both sides.

Common pairings

unjustified fear unjustified claim unjustified text

Word forms

more unjustified comparative, most unjustified superlative

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Etymology

From "un-" + "justified."

Rhymes for unjustified

lied pied tied fried dried tried denied allied buried varied envied untied

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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.