just (EN)

adverb, adjective

adverb “just”

1. no more than; only
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   I just need a pen to sign the document.
2. negates the effort made
   He studied all night just to fail the test.
3. completely or totally
   The colors in the sunset are just amazing.
4. a very short time ago
   I just finished my homework, so I'm free now.
5. barely; by a small distance or amount
   I just made it to the train before the doors closed.
6. with exactness or precision
   The picture is hung just so, with perfect alignment.

adjective “just”

1. based on or behaving according to what is morally right and fair
   The judge's decision was just and fair to both parties.
2. based on or reflecting the truth or actuality
   Her prediction turned out to be just, as the results confirmed her theory.