⚖️unfair

adjective
/ʌnˈfɛər/

Meaning

not based on or behaving according to the principles of equality or justice
not right or just; treating people in a way that favors some over others

Example Sentences

It’s unfair to blame her for the team’s failure.

It's unfair to blame her for something she didn't do.

Example Expressions

unfair advantage

Synonyms

biased, unjust, partial, unequal, prejudiced, discriminatory, inequitable
Entry 1
biased, unjust, partial, unequal, prejudiced
Entry 2
unjust, biased, prejudiced, discriminatory, inequitable

Antonyms

fair, just, equal, equitable, impartial, unbiased
Entry 1
fair, just, equal
Entry 2
fair, just, equitable, impartial, unbiased

Collocations

unfair treatment, unfair decision, unfair advantage, unfair competition, unfair dismissal
Entry 1
unfair treatment, unfair decision, unfair advantage, unfair competition
Entry 2
unfair treatment, unfair advantage, unfair competition, unfair dismissal

More Example Sentences

She is upset about being treated unfairly.

They simply refuse to accept unfair rules.

They simply refuse to accept unfair terms.

We were angry about being treated unfairly.

She complained about being treated unfairly.

He gradually realized that he had been unfair.

It’s unfair of us to judge him without listening.

They can’t help but react when someone is unfair.

I refuse not to speak up when something is unfair.

They refused to accept unfair pressure under any circumstances.

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