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Justifiable
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Simple meaning
What does Justifiable mean?
Justifiable means able to be explained as reasonable.
Dictionary definition
Able to be explained, defended, or shown to be reasonable.
Example sentences
Justifiable in a sentence
easy
Her reason for being late was justifiable.
medium
The teacher asked whether the answer was justifiable with evidence.
hard
A claim is stronger when it is justifiable through facts, examples, and careful reasoning.
Synonyms
Words like Justifiable
reasonableUse for something that makes sense.
defensibleUse for something that can be supported with reasons.
Antonyms
Opposite words
unreasonableUse for something that does not make sense.
unjustifiedUse for something not supported by good reasons.
Word family
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Practice 1
What does justifiable mean?
Justifiable means able to be explained as reasonable.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses justifiable correctly?
The correct sentence uses justifiable in a natural English context.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to justifiable?
Reasonable is close in meaning to justifiable in this context.
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