Unjustified

/ˌʌndʒʌsˈtɪfaɪd/ adjective

Definition

Not having a good reason or valid explanation; not deserved or warranted.

Etymology

From un- (not) + justified (from Latin justificare, meaning to make just or right). The prefix un- negates the idea that something has proper grounds.

Kelly Says

In typography, 'unjustified' text means the right margin is ragged and uneven (not 'justified' or aligned), so the same word means totally different things to English teachers versus graphic designers.

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