Just
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /d͡ʒʌst/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Just is an adjective meaning Factually right, correct; factual.
Meaning
Factually right, correct; factual.
More Meanings
- Rationally right, correct.
- Morally right; upright, righteous, equitable; fair.
- Proper, adequate.
- Only, simply, merely.
- (sentence adverb) Used to reduce the force of an imperative; simply.
- (sentence adverb) Used to increase the force of an imperative; simply, without questioning.
- Used to convey a less serious or formal tone
Example Sentences
It is a just assessment of the facts.
It looks like a just solution at first glance.
He calls it vermilion, but it's just red to me.
My lord, we know your grace to be a man Just and upright.
Word Forms
- juster
- justest
- justs
- justing
- justed
Synonyms for just
Depending on context, synonyms include right, correct, righteous, equitable, adequate, merely.
Antonyms for just
Common opposites include unjust, inequitable.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include exactly, precisely, conscionable, rightful, equitable, good.
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