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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

justifying

/dʒʌstɪfaɪɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does justifying mean?

verb

Providing a reason or explanation for something, or making something seem reasonable or justifiable. To justify something is to make it seem acceptable or excusable.

Example

"The lawyer spent hours justifying her client's actions to the judge."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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