just

/dʒʌst/
adverb
  1. Exactly or precisely.
    • That's just what I needed to hear.
    • He arrived just as the meeting started.
    • The answer is just right for the question.
  2. Only; simply; no more than.
    • It's just a small scratch, nothing serious.
    • I just want a glass of water.
    • She just looked at me and smiled.
  3. A very short time ago; recently.
    • The movie just started.
    • They just left for the airport.
    • I just finished my homework.
  4. Used to emphasize something you are saying.
    • He just won't listen to reason.
    • That is just wonderful news.
    • I just can't believe it!
adjective
  1. Fair; morally right and proper.
    • A just society treats all people equally.
    • They fought for a just cause.
    • The judge made a just decision.
  2. Deserved or merited.
    • Her victory was a just outcome of the competition.
    • The punishment was just and fair.
    • He received a just reward for his hard work.
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