just
(noun, adjective, verb, adverb)
adjective
1. used especially of what is legally or ethically right or proper or fitting
- a just and lasting peace
- a kind and just man
- a just reward
Similar word(s): fair, just, honorable, honourable, conscionable, fitting, meet, rightful, right, righteous
2. fair to all parties as dictated by reason and conscience
Similar word(s): fair, just, fair, honest, evenhanded, impartial, equitable
3. free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
Similar word(s): antimonopoly, antitrust, clean, sporting, sportsmanlike, sporty, just, impartial, reasonable, sensible, fair
4. of moral excellence
- a just cause
Similar word(s): righteous, good, upright
Sentences with just as an adjective:
- It is a just assessment of the facts.
- It looks like a just solution at first glance.
adverb
1. and nothing more
- just a scratch
Similar word(s): but, merely, only, simply
2. indicating exactness or preciseness
- it was just as he said--the jewel was gone
- it has just enough salt
Similar word(s): exactly, precisely, properly
3. only a moment ago
- he has just arrived
- the sun just now came out
4. (used for emphasis) absolutely
- I just can't take it anymore
- he was just grand as Romeo
Similar word(s): simply
5. only a very short time before
Similar word(s): barely, hardly, scarce, scarcely
6. possibly (indicating a slight chance of something being true)
- it might just happen
7. exactly at this moment or the moment described
- we've just finished painting the walls, so don't touch them
8. by a little
- I only just caught the bus
- he finished the marathon in just under 3 hours
- the batter just missed being hit
Similar word(s): barely
Sentences with just as an adverb:
- Plant just a few tomatoes, unless you can freeze or dry them.
- He calls it vermilion, but it's just red to me.
- Just follow the directions on the box.
- I just called to say "hi".
- Lord, we just want to thank You and praise Your Name.
- It is just splendid!
- They just left, but you may leave a message at the desk.
- The fastball just missed my head!
- The piece just might fit.
- He wants everything just right for the big day.
noun
1. A joust, tournament.
verb
1. To joust, fight a tournament.