justice
The fair treatment of people, where right is rewarded and wrong is punished.
justice in a sentence
- The superhero promised to fight for justice in the city.
- The judge's job is to make sure that justice is done.
Words that mean something similar
fairness
Words that mean the opposite
injustice
More words about behaviour & manners
- juvenile: To do with young people, or behaving in a childish way.
- lax: Not strict or careful enough.
- leeway: Freedom to do things in your own way or make small mistakes.
- lenient: Gentle and not strict when someone breaks a rule.
- liberty: The freedom to live, think and act as you choose.
- lure: To tempt a person or animal into going somewhere.
- meddle: To interfere in things that are not your business.
- menace: Something or someone that causes danger or harm.
More words to explore
Sitting the 11+ in Kent, Medway or Buckinghamshire?
Plain-English guides to each test, from the councils’ own pages: Kent Test · Medway Test · Bucks Secondary Transfer Test