unfair

The definition of unfair is something that is not in accordance with justice or that is not kind or impartial.

(adjective)

When an inadequate and ineffective worker gets promoted instead of you because he happens to be a friend of the boss, this is an example of something that would be described as unfair.

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See unfair in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

  1. not just or impartial; biased; inequitable
  2. dishonest, dishonorable, or unethical in business dealings

Origin: ME < OE unfæger, unfair, ugly < un-, not + fæger, fair

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See unfair in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective un·fair·er, un·fair·est
  1. Not just or evenhanded; biased: an unfair call by an umpire.
  2. Contrary to laws or conventions, especially in commerce; unethical: unfair trading.

Related Forms:

  • un·fairˈly adverb
  • un·fairˈness noun

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