justify
Definition
- v. show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for
- v. show to be right by providing justification or proof
- v. adjust the spaces between words
Word forms
- Past participle
- justified
- Third person singular
- justifies
- Present participle
- justifying
- Past tense
- justified
Example sentences
vt.
She tried to justify her decision to leave the job by explaining her reasons.
vi.
The lawyer needs to justify that the evidence was obtained legally.
n.
Make sure to justify the text in your document for a clean look.