unjustly
UK: ʌnˈdʒʌstli | US: ʌnˈdʒʌstli
adv. in a manner that is not fair or morally right
adv. contrary to justice or equity
The word "unjustly" is formed by combining the prefix "un-" (meaning "not," from Old English "un-") with the root "just" (from Latin "iustus," meaning "fair" or "righteous"), and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (from Old English "-lice," used to form adverbs). The progression reflects a logical negation of fairness, evolving from "just" (fair) to "unjust" (unfair) and finally to "unjustly" (in an unfair manner).
The defendant claimed he was unjustly convicted.
She felt unjustly treated by her employer.
The law was applied unjustly in this case.
Protesters argued that the policy unjustly targeted minorities.
History often judges leaders who acted unjustly.