English · Culture & Society
justify
/ˈdʒʌs.tɪ.faɪ/
[/ˈdʒʌs.tɪ.faɪ/]
to give good reasons
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Definition
To justify is to give reasons that show why something is right or true. Exam questions ask students to justify their answers.
Example
Justify your choice with evidence from the text.
Justify your choice with evidence from the text.
Etymology
From Latin 'justificare' meaning to make just.
How & Where It’s Used
An exam command word requiring reasons and supporting evidence.