C1noun formal 5K

Justification

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Justification

a good reason why something exists or is done

In simple words: A good reason for something.

Justification in a sentence

• The lawyer provided a clear justification for her client's actions.
• His justification for being late was the heavy traffic.
• The justification for the new policy was to improve workplace safety.
• Philosophers debate the justification of moral principles.
• The soldier argued that his actions had justification based on self-defense.

How to use Justification

Used in formal contexts when explaining reasons for decisions or actions. Not appropriate for casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

subject + verb + justification

Memory hint

Think of 'just' + 'if' + 'ication' - imagine just needing a good reason to justify something.

Related words

Collocations with Justification

• considerable
• every
• some
• give (somebody)
• offer (somebody)
• provide (somebody with)
• in justification
• with justification
• without justification

Synonyms for Justification

• explanation
• reason
• rationale
• defense
• vindication

Opposites of Justification

• reproach
• blame
• accusation

Common mistakes with Justification

• Confusing 'justification' with 'justification' as a verb.
• Using it in informal conversations.
• Mistaking it for 'justifying' in different grammatical structures.

Frequently asked questions about Justification

What does Justification mean?

A good reason for something.

What is the definition of Justification?

a good reason why something exists or is done

How do you use Justification in a sentence?

The lawyer provided a clear justification for her client's actions.

Can you give another example of Justification?

His justification for being late was the heavy traffic.

What are synonyms for Justification?

Common alternatives include explanation, reason, rationale, defense, vindication.

What is the opposite of Justification?

Opposite meanings include reproach, blame, accusation.

What words go with Justification?

It commonly pairs with considerable, every, some, give (somebody), offer (somebody), provide (somebody with), in justification, with justification, without justification.

What are common mistakes when using Justification?

Confusing 'justification' with 'justification' as a verb. Using it in informal conversations. Mistaking it for 'justifying' in different grammatical structures.

How do you pronounce Justification?

US: /["/ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Justification formal or informal?

"Justification" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Justification?

Used in formal contexts when explaining reasons for decisions or actions. Not appropriate for casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Justification?

"Justification" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.