unjustified text

[/ˌʌndʒəˈstɪfaɪd ˈtɛkst/]
nounpl: unjustified texts
texto não justificado
1. Text that is aligned only to the left margin, with ragged or uneven right edges, without spacing adjustments to create even margins on both sides
The document uses unjustified text, leaving the right margin uneven.
O documento usa texto não justificado, deixando a margem direita irregular.
2. In typography and document formatting, text that has not been formatted to align evenly with both left and right margins
This webpage displays unjustified text, which is easier to read for some users.
Esta página exibe texto não justificado, que é mais fácil de ler para alguns usuários.
This is primarily a technical term used in typography, graphic design, and document formatting. In Brazil and Portugal, it's commonly encountered in design courses and professional publishing contexts. The term reflects the influence of English-language design software and international design standards.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
left-aligned textragged textflush left textnon-justified text
Antonyms / Antônimos
justified textfully justified textaligned text

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
texto não justificado
Standard term used in design and publishing contexts
Portugal
texto não justificado
Same terminology as in Brazil; technical term in publishing
USA
unjustified text / left-aligned text
Commonly used in design software and publishing industry

Related Words

typographytext alignmentmarginformattingkerningleading

Related Idioms & Phrases

ragged right edge
flush left alignment
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