unjustifiably

Thân thiện

He was unjustifiably angry about the small mistake.

Definition

Adverb In a manner that cannot be shown to be right, reasonable, or fair; without an acceptable or valid reason or justification.

Usage

The adverb "unjustifiably" is used to modify a verb, adjective, or another adverb, indicating that the action or quality described is done or held without proper grounds or excuse. It emphasizes a lack of justification.

Examples

• The manager was unjustifiably angry about the minor delay.
• She felt her privacy had been unjustifiably invaded.
• The law was criticized for being unjustifiably restrictive.
• He accused them of acting unjustifiably in terminating the contract.

Advanced Usage

• "unjustifiably high/low": Used to criticize a degree or amount that lacks a reasonable basis.
  • The fees for the service are unjustifiably high.
• "unjustifiably optimistic/pessimistic": Describes an attitude or prediction that is not supported by evidence.
  • His forecast is unjustifiably pessimistic given the current data.

Variants and Related Words

• Unjustifiable (adjective): Not able to be shown to be right or reasonable.
  • an unjustifiable expense
• Justifiably (adverb): In a manner that can be shown to be right or reasonable; with good reason. (Antonym)
  • She was justifiably proud of her achievement.

Synonyms

• Unreasonably
• Indefensibly
• Inexcusably
• Unwarrantedly

Antonyms

• Justifiably
• Reasonably
• Defensibly
• Excusably

Học thuật

Adverb

1. without any excuse
   • he is unjustifiably harsh on her

Từ đồng nghĩa

• inexcusably