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justify - Dictionary definition and meaning for justify

JUSTIFY

(verb) adjust the spaces between words
"justify the margins"
(verb) defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning
"rationalize the child's seemingly crazy behavior", "he rationalized his lack of success"
synonyms : apologise , apologize , excuse , rationalise , rationalize
(verb) show to be right by providing justification or proof
"vindicate a claim"
synonyms : vindicate
(verb) show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for
"The emergency does not warrant all of us buying guns", "The end justifies the means"
synonyms : warrant
(verb) let off the hook
"I absolve you from this responsibility"
synonyms : absolve , free

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