unjustifiably (C1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ʌnˈdʒʌstɪfaɪəbli/
Definition
In a way that is not fair, reasonable, or legal.
Examples
The politician's comments were unjustifiably inflammatory.
He felt that his reputation had been unjustly damaged by the false accusations.
The company's actions were seen as unjustifiably harsh by the public.
How to Use unjustifiably
- unjustifiably damage (collocation)
- To harm someone's reputation or image in a way that is not fair or reasonable. — "The media coverage unjustifiably damaged the company's reputation."
- unjustifiably harsh (collocation)
- Excessively severe or cruel without good reason. — "The judge's sentence was considered unjustifiably harsh."
- unjustifiably increase (collocation)
- To raise prices or costs to a level that is not fair or reasonable. — "The airline was criticized for unjustifiably increasing its fares."
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