just
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Also seen as: jest · jes · jes'
Meaning · English
Expressing dismay or discontent.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “just” mean?
Expressing dismay or discontent.
Is “just” formal or informal?
just is generally slang.