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Definition injustice in British English

injustice noun

noun
/ɪnˈdʒʌstɪs/
1

failure to treat someone fairly and to respect their rights

Example

a plan for fighting misery and social injustice

Example

The monstrous injustice of his words took her breath away.

Synonyms and related words
cruelty evil abuse
1.1

an unfair action or event

Example

The government was committed to addressing the injustices facing homeless people.

Synonyms and related words
apartheid linguistic imperialism favouritism
Definition injustice in British English