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1. (noun) justification
something (such as a fact or circumstance) that shows an action to be reasonable or necessary

2. (noun) justification
a statement in explanation of some action or belief

3. (noun) justification
the act of defending or explaining or making excuses for by reasoning

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Antonyms of 'justification'

English Synonyms and Antonyms

1. justification
All these words express one's answer to a charge of wrong or error that is or might be made. Apology has undergone a remarkable change from its old sense of a valiant defense--as in Justin Martyr
Synonyms: apology, acknowledgment, defense, excuse, plea, confession, exculpation, justification, vindication
Antonyms: accusation, charge, condemnation, injury, offense, censure, complaint, imputation, insult, wrong

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