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  1. 1
    formal if a situation is just, everyone is treated equally and in a reasonable way

    American English synonyms or related words for this sense of just

    Fair and reasonable: fair, reasonable, natural, independent, legitimate, just, decent, accepted, unbiased, fair-minded... more
    1. a.
      morally right, or supported by a good reason

      American English synonyms or related words for this sense of just

      Morally good or correct: moral, correct, right, proper, just, ethical, virtuous, high-minded, irreproachable, decent... more
    2. b.
      making judgments in a way that is reasonable and morally right

      American English synonyms or related words for this sense of just

      Morally good or correct: moral, correct, right, proper, just, ethical, virtuous, high-minded, irreproachable, decent... more
  2. 2
    a just reward or punishment is one that is deserved

    American English synonyms or related words for this sense of just

    Words used to describe punishments: carry, disciplinary, exemplary, just, lenient, light, mild, penal, sound... more

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