Unjustified
(adjective)
Not being able to be shown or proved to be right or reasonable.
Origin:
The word "unjustified" is derived from the prefix "un-" meaning "not" or "reverse of" and "justified" which means to show or prove to be right or reasonable.
Examples:
- His actions were unjustified and completely out of line.
- The company's decision to lay off employees was unjustified, they were still making a profit.
- Her behavior was unjustified and hurtful.
- The criticism was unjustified, as the project was still in development.
- The punishment was unjustified, as the employee had no previous violations.