Meaning & Definition of word "Injustice"
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Injustice
/ɪnˈdʒʌstɪs/
noun:
- 1. Lack of fairness or justice; an unfair act or situation.
- Example: The injustice of the system became evident when innocent people were convicted.
- 2. Violation of the rights of others; a wrongful act.
- Example: Many marched in protest against the social injustices affecting marginalized communities.
- 3. A specific instance of unfair treatment.
- Example: She felt a deep sense of injustice when her hard work was overlooked.
Etymology
Late Middle English: from Latin 'injustitia', from 'in-' meaning 'not' + 'justitia' meaning 'justice'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
grave injustice:
A serious and notable instance of unfair treatment.
perpetrate an injustice:
To commit an act that is unfair or unjust.
stand up against injustice:
To oppose unfair treatment or policies.
Related Words
justice:
The concept of moral rightness based on ethics, law, fairness, and equity.
inequality:
The state of not being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.
discrimination:
The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people.
Slang Meanings of injustice
Meaning: It's so messed up.
Example Sentence: That decision was pure injustice, man, it's so messed up!
Meaning: No justice, no peace.
Example Sentence: Whenever there's an injustice, people chant 'no justice, no peace!'