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justified

/ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does justified mean?

adjective

Supported or defended as being reasonable or justified; having a valid reason or explanation. In printing, arranged so that the lines of type are straight and even.

Example

"The judge's decision was justified by the evidence presented in court."

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