Downright and Just

Downright

Downright adjective - Being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner.

Just and downright are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Just" instead the word "Downright" as an adjective or an adverb.

Just

Just adjective - Being what is called for by accepted standards of right and wrong.

Downright and just are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Downright" instead the word "Just" as an adjective or an adverb.

Nearby Words: justing, justed
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