Just-Only | Commonly Confused Words

Just

/dʒʌst/

Fair or morally right, based on law or ethics

And yesterday things went on just as usual.See if you can distinguish a just motive for this prosecution.Just what else could a fellow do, though?

/ˈəʊnli/

Used to indicate that no more than what is mentioned is involved or possible

And he has only one hand.'Indeed, it was my only successful voyage.If only she wasn't so sleepy.

Just can indicate something is fair or morally right, while only cannot.
Just often means barely or exactly in certain contexts, whereas only is used to highlight exclusivity.
Just can be used to soften a statement, making it seem less harsh, while only is more about restriction.
Just can refer to time, meaning very recently, but only typically doesn't carry this connotation.
Just can imply something is sufficient, while only suggests limitation.