🔎justify

verb
/ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪ/

Meaning

to show or prove that something is right or reasonable

Example Sentences

He tried to justify his decision with logical reasons.

Example Expressions

justify the means

Synonyms

defend, explain, rationalize, vindicate

Antonyms

condemn, blame

Collocations

justify action, justify decision, justify behavior

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to shorten something by cutting off the top or the end
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