just
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/d͡ʒʌst/
English
Definitions
adjective
- Factually right, correct; factual.“It is a just assessment of the facts.”
- Rationally right, correct.
- Morally right; upright, righteous, equitable; fair.“It looks like a just solution at first glance.”
- Proper, adequate.
adverb
- Only, simply, merely.“He calls it vermilion, but it's just red to me.”
- (sentence adverb) Used to reduce the force of an imperative; simply.“Just follow the directions on the box.”
- Used to convey a less serious or formal tone“I just called to say "hi".”
- Used to show humility.“Lord, we just want to thank You and praise Your Name.”
interjection
- Expressing dismay or discontent.
noun
- A joust, tournament.
verb
- To joust, fight a tournament.
Related words
Synonyms
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