justify

/ˈdʒʌstɪfʌɪ/
verb
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Definition

1

To show or prove that something is reasonable or fair

The company tried to justify the price increase by citing rising production costs.

2

To defend or explain something in order to make it seem acceptable or right

She had to justify her decision to quit her job to her worried parents.

Synonyms

vindicateOften implies proving someone's innocence or rightness after they've been criticized rationalizeCan imply making excuses or finding logical explanations to justify one's actions defendMore general, focusing on protecting or supporting something against criticism or attack

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