Definition

Something that cannot be justified or excused; it is unfair or wrong.

Example

The decision to cut funding for education was seen as unjustifiable by many parents.

Conversation

Did you hear about that decision they made at work?

Yeah, it seems really unjustifiable to me.

I know! It's frustrating when they ignore our input.

Totally, it's like they think we won't notice their unjustifiable choices.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unjustifiable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "justus" (from Latin, meaning just or fair), and "facere" (from Latin, meaning to make or do). The word "unjustifiable" means not able to be made just or fair, indicating something that cannot be justified.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'just' ('justus') and 'to make' ('facere') — this helps you remember that 'unjustifiable' means something that cannot be made fair.

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