unfairly

adverb

un·​fair·​ly ˌən-ˈfer-lē 

: in an unfair manner

Examples of unfairly in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

African policymakers have long said Western institutions’ influence over risk perceptions have led to unfairly high funding costs. — Paige Bruton, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026

From media, to the players, and the league's dedicated fan base full of left-wing political activists, far too many people have been unfairly characterizing Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark fans. — Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2026

Others worried the curfew could lead to over-policing of teens of color and that parents would be unfairly punished for their kids’ behavior. — Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2026

The court also found that Weinstein had been unfairly discouraged from testifying in his own defense by the prospect that prosecutors could cross-examine him about uncharged allegations. — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1713, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unfairly

• barely
• fairly
• rarely
• squarely