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Justified
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Simple meaning
What does Justified mean?
Justified means supported by good reasons.
Dictionary definition
Supported by good reasons, or explained with evidence.
Example sentences
Justified in a sentence
easy
Her answer was justified with two clues from the story.
medium
The decision seemed justified after we heard the facts.
hard
A justified opinion includes evidence that helps readers understand the reasoning.
Synonyms
Words like Justified
supportedUse when reasons or evidence back up an idea.
reasonableUse when something makes sense.
Antonyms
Opposite words
unsupportedUse when no evidence or reason is given.
unfairUse when something is not right or balanced.
Word family
Justified word family
Base word
justify
adjective
justified
Supported by good reasons.
adjective
justifiable
Able to be supported by good reasons.
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Practice 1
What does justified mean?
Justified means supported by good reasons.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses justified correctly?
The correct sentence uses justified in a natural English context.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to justified?
Supported is close in meaning to justified in this context.
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