justice

Definitions

1. noun

   The quality of being fair.

   Examples

   • No one could doubt the justice of the decision.
   • The teacher praised the justice of her grading.
2. noun

   The idea that people should be treated fairly, especially when they have done wrong.

   Examples

   • The victims demanded justice for the crime.
   • She fought for justice her entire career.
3. noun

   Punishment given to a person who has done something wrong.

   Examples

   • The court delivered swift justice.
   • He was finally brought to justice after years on the run.
4. noun

   The system of courts and laws in a country.

   Examples

   • The Minister of Justice spoke on the radio.
   • Many people trust the justice system.
5. noun

   A title for a judge in some courts.

   Examples

   • Justice Brown read out the court's decision.
   • The lawyers stood when the Justice entered.
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6. noun

   The quality of being correct or true to the facts.

   Examples

   • The report described the events with great justice.
   • Her description did justice to what really happened.