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injustice

noun
ɪnˈdʒʌstɪs

Meaning

Lack of fairness or justice; the practice of being unjust or unfair.
lack of fairness or justice; an unfair act or occurrence

Example Sentences

The story portrays the injustices faced by the common people.

The protesters marched against the injustice of racial discrimination in the legal system.

Synonyms

unfairness, inequity, wrongdoing, oppression, discrimination, bias
Entry 1
unfairness, inequity, wrongdoing, oppression, discrimination, bias
Entry 2
unfairness, inequity, wrongdoing, bias

Antonyms

justice, fairness, equity, righteousness, impartiality
Entry 1
justice, fairness, equity, righteousness, impartiality
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justice, fairness, equity, righteousness

Collocations

social injustice, fight injustice, grave injustice

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