American English

How to pronounce justification

nounB2
juhstuhfuhKAYshn

/ˌʤəs.tə.fəˈkʰeɪ.ʃn̩/

5 syllables · Stress the fourth syllable.

A reason or explanation that shows why an action, decision, or belief is reasonable or acceptable.

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Meanings & examples

nounformal

A reason or explanation that shows why an action, decision, or belief is reasonable or acceptable.

The manager gave a clear justification for the change.

There is no justification for treating people this way.

Common phrases & grammar

strong justification · reasonable justification · provide justification · need justification

a justification for + noun/gerund

give/provide + justification for + noun/gerund

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