Synonyms for

Justice

Verb / ˈdʒʌstʌs / / ˈdʒʌstɪs / Another word for justice — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Justice means fairness and doing what is right. It is when people are treated equally and given what they deserve.

Synonyms & similar words

justicedepartment doj injustice departmentofjustice judge justice justness jurist fairness equity righteousness impartiality integrity morality rectitude uprightness rightness egalitarianism evenhandedness objectivity honesty lawfulness legality judgment judiciousness reasonableness

Synonyms by register

Formal

fairness equity righteousness legality

Informal

fair play what's right the right thing

Literary

verity rectitude

Antonyms

injustice unfairness bias partiality wrong inequity

Common collocations

  • social justice
  • distributive justice
  • criminal justice
  • justice system
  • seek justice
  • demand justice
  • serve justice
  • justice delayed is justice denied

Word family

noun justice
verb justify
adjective just
adverb justly

Usage note

Justice often refers to the concept of moral rightness in how people are treated or how decisions are made. It can also refer to the administration of law.

Example sentences

  1. The judge made sure everyone got justice in the courtroom.
  2. It is important to fight for justice and equality for all.
  3. Martin Luther King Jr. fought for civil rights and justice for African Americans.
  4. The justice system should be fair and unbiased.
  5. Some people feel that the justice system is flawed and needs to be reformed.

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