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Just Meaning

Just can mean fair, right, only, or very recently.

adjective, adverb 4 letters easy word
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Just

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Simple meaning

What does Just mean?

Just can mean fair, right, only, or very recently.

Dictionary definition

Fair and right, or only a short time or small amount.

Example sentences

Just in a sentence

easy

A just rule treats everyone fairly.

medium

I just finished reading the chapter.

hard

The word just changes meaning depending on whether it describes fairness, time, or amount.

Synonyms

Words like Just

fairUse for the meaning based on what is right.
onlyUse for the adverb meaning no more than.
Antonyms

Opposite words

unfairUse for not treating people rightly.
manyUse as a contrast when just means only a small amount.
Word family

Just word family

Base word

just

noun

justice

Fair treatment based on what is right.

adverb

justly

In a fair or right way.

Related words
justice fair right only
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Practice 1

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Practice 2

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Practice 3

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