Justice

Principle of fairness and moral rightness.

Fairness Equity

Justice is the principle of fairness and moral rightness in actions, decisions, and treatment among individuals or groups within society.

Pronunciation

/ˈdʒʌstɪs/

Etymology

From Old French 'justice' meaning ‘right conduct, justice’ from Latin 'iustitia' meaning ‘uprightness, equity’.

Explain Like I’m 5

Justice means being fair to everyone and making sure people get what they deserve, like giving a reward for good behavior or consequences for bad actions.

Fun Facts

The concept of justice dates back to ancient civilizations
Themis, the Greek goddess of justice, is often depicted with a blindfold symbolizing impartiality
Many legal systems around the world are based on principles of justice

FAQ

What does justice mean? It's about fairness and moral rightness
Who benefits from justice? Everyone in a society should benefit from a just system
Is justice the same as law? Not always
laws can be unjust, but justice aims for fairness

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

fairness equity righteousness

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

morality ethics

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

retributive justice distributive justice restorative justice

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

law society

Indexes

abstract concept ethical social value

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