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    Unfairly

    /ʌnˈfɛrli/

    Meaning & Definition

    adverb
    In a manner that is not fair; unjustly or inequitable.
    The athlete was unfairly penalized for a foul he did not commit.
    In a manner that favors one side over another without justification.
    She felt that the decision had been made unfairly, giving the other team an advantage.
    In a way that is not in accordance with the principles of justice or fairness.
    He was unfairly dismissed from his job without proper cause.
    In a manner that is discriminatory or biased.
    The policy was applied unfairly, targeting certain groups over others.

    Etymology

    From 'unfair' + the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    unfair advantage
    An advantage that is gained through dishonest or unethical means.
    unfair treatment
    Treatment that is not just or equitable.
    unfair game
    A situation or contest that is not conducted with fairness.

    Related Words

    unfair
    Not just or equitable.
    discrimination
    The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people.

    Slang Meanings

    Playing dirty
    That team always plays dirty to win.
    Hustling
    He’s hustling by making sure he gets everything he can, regardless of fairness.