Kohtuuttomasta

Kohtuuttomasta is a Finnish word used as the elative or genitive form of the adjective kohtuuttomainen, meaning unreasonably high, excessive, or unjustified. It describes things that are disproportionate or beyond what is fair or warranted. The associated noun kohtuuttomuus means unreasonableness, and the related adverb kohtuuttomasti means unreasonably or excessively.

Usage and meaning

Kohtuuttomasta appears in noun phrases referring to sources or targets of unreasonable treatment, prices, demands, or practices. Examples include kohtuuttomasta hinnasta (from an unreasonably high price), kohtuuttomasta vaatimuksesta (about an unreasonable demand), and kohtuuttoman korkea hinta (an unreasonably high price). In consumer or legal contexts, the term signals a negative evaluation of fairness or justification.

Grammar and forms

The form kohtuuttomasta is used to match the case of the accompanying noun. The related adverb kohtuuttomasti describes actions or circumstances that occur in an unreasonably manner, as in hinnat nousivat kohtuuttomasti (prices rose unreasonably).

Context and connotation

Kohtuuttomasta carries a strong evaluative tone and is common in journalism, consumer protection discussions, and legal or regulatory language. It contrasts with kohtuullinen, meaning reasonable or fair, highlighting the boundary between justified and excessive.

See also

kohtuuttomuus, kohtuullinen, kohtuuttomasti, kohtuuttomuudesta.