wrongfulness
/'rɔɳfulnis/
Definition
- Noun:
- The quality or state of being wrong; the condition of being contrary to what is just, moral, or legal. It refers to the inherent unjust, unfair, or illegal nature of an action or situation.
Usage
- Wrongfulness is an abstract noun used to describe the characteristic of an act, decision, or situation that violates principles of justice, morality, or law. It is often used in formal, legal, or ethical discussions.
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Examples
Advanced Usage
- "Moral wrongfulness": specifically refers to an action's violation of ethical principles.
- The debate centered on the moral wrongfulness of the experiment, not its scientific validity.
- "Inherent wrongfulness": suggests the unjust nature is a fundamental, inseparable part of something.
- The treaty's critics pointed to its inherent wrongfulness, arguing it legitimized an illegal occupation.
Variants and Related Words
- Wrongful (adj): characterized by unfairness or injustice; unlawful.
- He was a victim of wrongful dismissal.
- Wrong (adj/n): incorrect; an unjust action.
- It is wrong to steal. / He admitted his wrongs.
Synonyms
- Injustice: lack of fairness or justice.
- Unlawfulness: the state of being illegal.
- Illegitimacy: the state of not being in accordance with accepted standards or rules.
Antonyms
- Rightfulness: the quality of being morally or legally correct.
- Justice: just behavior or treatment.
- Legitimacy: conformity to the law or to rules.
Noun
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that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law
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he feels that you are in the wrong
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