justice; righteous
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesnoun
justice; righteousness; moral correctness
formalAbstract concept of moral rightness, fairness, and being on the side of good.
We must seek justice for the victims.
Judges should uphold justice.
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The people long for justice to be served.
This movie explores the themes of justice and revenge.
adjective
righteous; just; morally upright
formalUsed as an attributive adjective to describe causes, actions, or people aligned with justice and the public good.
This is a just war.
They are devoted to a righteous cause.
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This lawyer is famous for defending justice.
noun
correct meaning; orthodox interpretation; standard commentary
technicalUsed in philology, textual criticism, or as part of a book title to indicate an authoritative or standard commentary.
"Shiji Justice" is an important commentary for studying the "Records of the Grand Historian."
Scholars have different opinions on the correct interpretation of this classical text.