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How to pronounce unjustified

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uhnJUHStuhfaid

/ənˈʤəs.təˌfaɪd̚/

4 syllables · Stress the second syllable.

Not reasonable or acceptable because there is no good reason.

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Meanings & examples

adjective

Not reasonable or acceptable because there is no good reason.

The criticism was unjustified.

Common phrases & grammar

unjustified criticism · unjustified absence

adjective

Not supported by facts or evidence.

The report made an unjustified claim.

Common phrases & grammar

unjustified claim · unjustified fear

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