justice
justice
Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling for "justice" is:
/ˈdʒʌstɪs/
Here's a breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:
First syllable (JUST):
/dʒ/ - voiced palato-alveolar affricate
/ʌ/ - open-mid back unrounded vowel
/s/ - voiceless alveolar sibilant
Second syllable (IS):
/ɪ/ - near-close near-front unrounded vowel
/s/ - voiceless alveolar sibilant
Word Form Variations
The word "justice" doesn't have plural or possessive forms. It's a singular noun.
As a noun:
Justice (singular) - referring to the quality of being just or fair.
Justices (plural) - referring to multiple judges or individuals who uphold justice.
As part of a compound noun:
Justice of the peace
Supreme Court Justice
Department of Justice
These are some of the common ways "justice" is used in different grammatical contexts.
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Noun
Definition: The quality of being just; fairness.
Synonyms: Fairness, impartiality, equity
Antonyms: Injustice, unfairness, inequity
Verb
Definition: To administer justice; to mete out punishment or reward.
Synonyms: Judge, adjudicate, arbitrate
Antonyms: Neglect, ignore, disregard
Examples of Use
Literature
Harper Lee's "To Kill a Mockingbird": "Atticus Finch was a lawyer who fought for justice, even in the face of racial injustice."
John Grisham's Legal Thrillers: Grisham's novels often explore themes of justice and injustice within the legal system.
News and Current Events
News Articles: "The protests were fueled by a desire for racial justice and police reform." (CNN, 2020)
Social Media: Social media platforms are often used to discuss issues of social justice and advocate for change.
Entertainment
Movies: "A Time to Kill" (1996) explores themes of racial injustice and the pursuit of justice in the American South.
TV Shows: "Law & Order" is a long-running TV series centered around the pursuit of justice within the criminal justice system.
General Public Discourse
Legal Proceedings: "The judge ruled in favor of justice and fairness."
Everyday Conversations: "We need to fight for justice and equality for all."
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Justice
"Justice will not be served until those who are unaffected are as outraged as those who are." – Benjamin Franklin
"An eye for an eye will only make the whole world blind, but justice sees beyond revenge." – Mahatma Gandhi (paraphrased)
"The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice." – Martin Luther King Jr.
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." – Martin Luther King Jr.
"Justice cannot be for one side alone, but must be for both." – Eleanor Roosevelt
"At his best, man is the noblest of all animals; separated from law and justice he is the worst." – Aristotle
"The dead cannot cry out for justice. It is a duty of the living to do so for them." – Lois McMaster Bujold
"If we do not maintain justice, justice will not maintain us." – Francis Bacon
"Justice is truth in action." – Benjamin Disraeli
"The greatest enemy of justice is not oppression but indifference." – (Original quote)
Etymology
The word "justice" comes from the Latin word "justitia," which means "righteousness" or "fairness." This Latin word was then adopted into Old French as "justice," and eventually made its way into English around the 12th century.
The first known use of "justice" in English was to describe the quality of being fair and just. Over time, the word has evolved to also mean the system of laws and the administration of those laws.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Justice
Here are some common phrases and idioms using the word "justice" or words with similar meanings:
Justice is blind: This means that justice is impartial and fair, without regard to personal feelings or biases.
Poetic justice: This refers to a situation where a person gets what they deserve, often in a way that is ironic or unexpected.
Render justice: This means to administer justice or to give someone what they deserve.
A miscarriage of justice: This refers to a situation where a legal process fails to deliver a fair or just outcome.
To subvert the course of justice: This means to interfere with or undermine the legal process.
A fair shake: This means a fair opportunity or chance.
A level playing field: This means a situation where everyone has an equal opportunity.
While there aren't many idiomatic expressions directly using the word "justice," many idioms related to fairness, equality, and the legal system can be considered synonymous or metaphorically related.
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Source Information
Definition of justice from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
