justly
/ˈdʒʌstli/
Meanings
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adjective, noun
Acting fairly and reasonably; giving each person what is due; adhering to a standard or principle.
- "The judge ensured that justice was served in the courtroom."
- "He was a man of great justice and integrity."
- "The pursuit of justice can sometimes lead to unintended consequences."
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verb
Give or get what is deserved or fair.
- "The defendant was justified in his actions."
- "You are not justified in taking the law into your own hands."
- "The company was justified in raising prices due to increased costs."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with justlycustody , dutifully , plentifully , studiously
Variants
List of all variants of justly that leads to same resultjust , juster , justest , justly , justness , justnesses
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Old French 'justice', from 'juste' meaning 'fair' or 'right'.
Trivia
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The word 'justice' appears in the Bible over 200 times.
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The term 'justice of the peace' refers to a judicial officer who presides over minor civil and criminal cases.
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The phrase 'a matter of justice' means that something is a moral or ethical obligation.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Fairness: The quality of being fair and impartial.
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Equity: The quality of being fair and impartial, especially in the administration of the law.
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Legality: The quality of being in accordance with the law.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.The concept of justice is central to many legal, moral, and ethical systems. It is a fundamental human right and is often associated with fairness, impartiality, and equality. In literature, justice is a common theme in works such as 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and 'Othello'. In art, justice is often depicted as a blind woman holding a balance or scales.
How to Memorize "justly"
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visualize
- Imagine a scale with one pan representing justice and the other representing injustice. Visualize the balance tipping towards justice.
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associate
- Associate the word 'justice' with the words 'fairness', 'impartiality', and 'equality'.
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mnemonics
- Use the acronym 'Fair' to remember the meaning of 'justice': Fairness, Impartiality, and Reasonableness.
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