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- Dictionaryunfairness/ʌnˈfɛːnəs/
noun
- 1. lack of equality or justice: "he protested at the unfairness of the tribunal's procedure"
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UNFAIRNESS definition: 1. the quality or fact of not treating people in an equal way, or of being morally wrong: 2. the…. Learn more.
Unfairness is what results when a situation isn't equal or just. A teacher giving good grades to his favorite students is one example of unfairness. When someone doesn't have to follow the rules, that's unfairness.
UNFAIRNESS meaning: 1. the quality or fact of not treating people in an equal way, or of being morally wrong: 2. the…. Learn more.
The meaning of UNFAIR is marked by injustice, partiality, or deception : unjust. How to use unfair in a sentence.
adjective. uk / ʌnˈfeə r/ us / ʌnˈfer / Add to word list. B1. not treating people in an equal way, or not morally right: an unfair system. [ + to infinitive ] It's unfair to blame Robert. Synonym. unjust disapproving. Opposites. fair. just. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples.
1. Contrary to justice or a sense of fairness: It was unfair to extend the deadline for some students but not others. 2. Contrary to laws or conventions, especially in commerce; unethical: unfair dealing. 3. Not kind or considerate: It was unfair of me to laugh when he felt so sad. un·fair′ly adv. un·fair′ness n.
unfairness. noun. /ˌʌnˈfeənəs/ /ˌʌnˈfernəs/ [uncountable] the fact of not being right or fair according to a set of rules or principles; the fact of not treating people equally. She was outraged at the unfairness of it all. opposite fairness (1) Questions about grammar and vocabulary?
adjective. /ˌʌnˈfeə (r)/. /ˌʌnˈfer/. not right or fair according to a set of rules or principles; not treating people equally synonym unjust. They had been given an unfair advantage. We hope the authorities will move to end such unfair practices.
Unfair definition: not fair; not conforming to approved standards, as of justice, honesty, or ethics. See examples of UNFAIR used in a sentence.
2 meanings: 1. characterized by inequality or injustice 2. dishonest or unethical.... Click for more definitions.
