justification

[juhs-tuh-fi-key-shuhn] / ˌdʒʌs tə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən /

NOUN

reason, excuse

Synonyms

STRONGEST

apology approval argument basis confirmation explanation pretext rationale rationalization vindication

STRONG

absolution account acquittal advocacy answer apologia cop-out defense exculpation exoneration extenuation grounds idea mitigation palliation palliative plea rebuttal reply response sanctification story support validation warrant wherefore

WEAK

raison d'être song and dance whatfor whitewashing whole idea why and wherefore

Antonyms

STRONGEST

charge indictment opposition

STRONG

question request sentence

Example Sentences

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The WHO said on Friday that its concerns regarded the study's scientific justification, ethical safeguards and consistency with established standards for research involving humans.

From BBC

“No power, no justification, and no time can cleanse this great tragedy.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Lewandowski next turned to ICE’s legal office for help writing him a legal justification to be issued the badge and gun.

From The Wall Street Journal

The largest justification for age restrictions and verification requirements on social media apps is that they harm children’s mental health.

From Salon

Warsh has also pointed to AI-driven productivity gains as a reason not to worry about future inflation and as justification for lower interest rates.

From MarketWatch

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