unfairness

Definitions

The quality or state of being unjust, inequitable, or lacking in impartiality.

An instance of biased or prejudiced treatment that does not follow established rules or standards.

Examples

The students protested against the perceived unfairness of the grading system.

She spoke out about the unfairness of being passed over for a promotion despite her hard work.

The judge was tasked with addressing the unfairness inherent in the current legal proceedings.

Synonyms

injustice inequity bias partiality favoritism discrimination prejudice

Antonyms

fairness justice equity impartiality objectivity neutrality evenhandedness