Just

/dʒʌst/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Based on or behaving according to what is morally right and fair.

We should strive to create a just society for all.

Rightful or deserved.

He received the just reward for his hard work.

adverb

Exactly or precisely.

I just finished my homework before dinner.

Only or merely.

It's just a game, so don't take it too seriously.

Recently.

She just moved to a new apartment last week.

At this very moment.

Can you hold on? I'm just about to leave.

Middle English, from Old French 'juste', from Latin 'justus' meaning 'just, fair'.

just in case

as a precaution

just a minute

wait for a short time

just for fun

for enjoyment, not seriously

just like that

without any hesitation or effort

just what the doctor ordered

exactly what is needed

justice

the concept of fairness and moral rightness.

justifiable

able to be shown to be right or reasonable.

justness

the quality of being fair and reasonable.

Just a sec

Let me grab my phone, just a sec.

Just saying

I'm not saying you're wrong, just saying.