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    Injustice (en. Injustice)

    [ɛ̃ʒys.tis]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Absence of justice, a situation where a person is treated unfairly.
    Social injustice is a major problem in our society.
    L'injustice sociale est un problème majeur dans notre société.
    Act or situation that constitutes a violation of rights.
    He denounced the injustice of the current laws.
    Il a dénoncé l'injustice des lois en vigueur.
    Feeling of dissatisfaction in the face of unfair treatment.
    She feels a deep injustice regarding the situation.
    Elle éprouve une profonde injustice face à la situation.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'injustitia', formed from 'in-' (without) and 'justitia' (justice).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to resist an injustice
    To struggle against unfair treatment.
    résister à une injustice
    to seek justice
    To make efforts to obtain fair treatment.
    chercher la justice
    to fight injustice
    To actively oppose situations of injustice.
    combattre l'injustice

    Related Words

    just
    Which is fair, in accordance with justice.
    juste
    equity
    Quality of a fair and reasonable solution.
    équité
    justice
    Moral principle that requires respect for everyone's rights.
    justice

    Slang Meanings

    A low blow
    It was a real low blow, a pure injustice.
    C'était un vrai coup bas, une injustice pure.
    A dirty story
    It's a dirty story that clearly shows the injustice of the system.
    C'est une sale histoire qui montre bien l'injustice du système.