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/ˈdʒʌs.tɪs/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The quality of being just; righteousness, equitableness, or moral rightness.
The justice system is designed to protect the rights of all citizens.
The maintenance or administration of what is just by law, as by judicial or other proceedings.
She fought for justice for the victims of the crime.
The principle of moral rightness; equity.
Social justice is an important concept in today's society.
A judge of a court of law.
The justice presiding over the case emphasized the need for fairness.
Etymology
From Old French 'justice', from Latin 'justitia', from 'justus'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
justice is served
The conclusion of a court case where a fair outcome has been achieved.
social justice
The concept of fair and just relations between individuals and society, including issues of wealth distribution and rights.
no justice, no peace
A slogan expressing that social justice is necessary for societal stability.
the wheels of justice
A phrase referring to the slow movement of the judicial system.
Related Words
just
In accordance with what is morally right or good.
justify
To show or prove to be right or reasonable.
unjust
Not based on or behaving according to what is morally right and fair.
Slang Meanings
Street justice
People took matters into their own hands, believing in street justice when the legal system failed them.
Hood justice
Some argue that hood justice is a response to perceived failures of the formal judicial system.