justly
1 of 1adverb/ˈʤəst.li/
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with fairness and good reason
- The judge justly awarded the contract to the most qualified candidate.
- The workers were justly compensated for their extra hours.
- She was justly proud of her academic achievements.
- The criticism was justly aimed at the company's poor safety standards.
- The hero was justly celebrated for saving the community.
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in accordance with justice or moral rightness
- The judge ruled justly, considering all evidence before making a decision.
- Employers should treat their workers justly and with respect.
- She acted justly when resolving the dispute between neighbors.
- The community expects its leaders to govern justly and without bias.
- He justly earned praise for his honest efforts.