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justly-done

|just-ly-done|

B2

/ˈdʒʌstli dʌn/

fairly completed

Etymology
Etymology Information

'justly-done' originates from the English word 'justly,' meaning 'in a fair manner,' and 'done,' meaning 'completed or performed.'

Historical Evolution

'Justly' and 'done' have been used in English since the Middle Ages, with 'justly' deriving from the Latin 'justus' and 'done' from the Old English 'don.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'justly' meant 'in accordance with justice,' and 'done' meant 'completed.' Together, they have maintained the meaning of 'completed in a fair manner.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

performed in a fair and righteous manner.

The decision was justly-done, considering all the evidence.

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Last updated: 2025/05/24 08:08