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Definition of «unjustified»

The word "unjustified" means not based on a valid or acceptable reason, or without any good cause. It can be used to describe an action that is unwarranted, unreasonable, or unnecessary. In other words, something that is unjustified lacks proper justification or evidence to support it.

Usage examples

  1. The employee was fired without any unjustified reasons.
  2. The company's decision to increase prices was seen as unjustified by its customers.
  3. The student complained to the principal about the unjustified punishment given by the teacher.
  4. The police faced criticism for their unjustified use of force during the protest.
  5. The professor accused the student of plagiarism without any unjustified evidence.
  6. The government's decision to impose heavy taxes on low-income families seemed unjustified to many citizens.
  7. The athlete received an unjustified penalty during the game, which led to their team's defeat.
  8. The landlord raised the rent without providing any unjustified explanation or improvements to the property.
  9. The media's portrayal of the celebrity's actions as immoral and scandalous was deemed unjustified by their fans.
  10. The customer demanded a refund for the defective product due to unjustified claims made by the manufacturer.

Phrases with «unjustified»

Sentences with «unjustified»

  • The prime minister said he was «profoundly sorry» for the «double injustice» which had occurred after revealing how the reputations of the victims had been muddied by completely unjustified accusations of hooliganism. (politics.co.uk)
  • The government's plans to protect health and aid budgets have been attacked as unjustified by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). (politics.co.uk)
  • «The SFO's Director David Green QC has waged a long war against what he sees as unjustified claims of legal privilege. (lawyer-monthly.com)
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