How to pronounce the word just and what is its meaning?
just
adjective, adverb
How to pronounce just?
The word just sounds like just
/dʒəst/
What is the definition of just?
adverb(used for emphasis) absolutely
Examples
- I just can't take it anymore
- he was just grand as Romeo
adverbindicating exactness or preciseness
Examples
- it was just as he said--the jewel was gone
- it has just enough salt
adjectivefree from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
adjectiveof moral excellence
Examples
- a just cause
adverbby a little
Examples
- I only just caught the bus
- he finished the marathon in just under 3 hours
- the batter just missed being hit
adverband nothing more
Examples
- just a scratch
adverbonly a moment ago
Examples
- he has just arrived
- the sun just now came out
adjectivefair to all parties as dictated by reason and conscience
adverbonly a very short time before
adjectiveused especially of what is legally or ethically right or proper or fitting
Examples
- a just and lasting peace
- a kind and just man
- a just reward
- his just inheritance
What is the definition of "just"?
- Just is an adverb that means merely, only, or simply.
- It can also be used as an adjective, meaning morally right or fair.
- Additionally, it can function as a noun, referring to a fair or impartial person.
What are synonyms for the adverb form of "just"?
- Merely
- Only
- Simply
- Exactly
- Precisely
What are antonyms for the adverb form of "just"?
- Unfairly
- Without reason
- Excessively
What are synonyms for the adjective form of "just"?
- Fair
- Equitable
- Righteous
- Honest
- Impartial
What are antonyms for the adjective form of "just"?
- Unfair
- Biased
- Unjust
- Partial
- Corrupt
Can "just" be used as a conjunction?
- No, "just" is not commonly used as a conjunction.
Can "just" be used as a verb?
- No, "just" is not used as a verb.
Is "just" a formal word?
- No, "just" is an informal word that is commonly used in everyday language.
Can "just" be used in formal writing?
- While "just" is generally considered informal, it can be used in formal writing depending on the context.
Can you provide example sentences using "just"?
- 1. I just saw her at the grocery store.
- 2. It's just a small scratch.
- 3. He is a just and fair judge.
- 4. The decision was made solely on just grounds.
- 5. Please be just in your assessment of the situation.
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