Definition of "justice" in англійська

noun

1. The state or characteristic of being just or fair.

   • the justice of a description

2. The ideal of fairness, impartiality, etc., especially with regard to the punishment of wrongdoing.

   • Justice was served.

3. Judgment and punishment of a party who has allegedly wronged another.

   • to demand justice

4. The civil power dealing with law.

   • Ministry of Justice
   • the justice system

5. A title given to judges of certain courts; capitalized when placed before a name.

   • Mr. Justice Krever presides over the appellate court

6. Correctness, conforming to reality or rules.