Pronunciation

/unˈfɛər/

Definitions

• Adjective: 1. Not treating people or situations fairly; biased or unjust. 2. Difficult to accept or endure because of being perceived as unjust or unreasonable.

Phrases

• “An unfair treatment”
• “An unfair advantage”
• “She felt unfairly dismissed from her job”

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The boss’s decision was considered unfair by many employees.”
• Adverb: “He reacted unfairly to the criticism.”
• Noun: “The child complained about the unfair rules at school.”

Synonyms

• Unjust
• Unfairly
• Biased
• Unbalanced
• Discriminatory

Antonyms

• Fair
• Just
• Impartial
• Equitable
• Balanced

Usage

Unfair can be used to describe situations, actions, or policies that lack fairness, often causing dissatisfaction or resentment. It is commonly used in discussions about ethics, social issues, or interpersonal relationships.