Definition of Justify

to offer a reasonable explanation for a certain behavior or action

Examples of Justify in a sentence

Ted tried to justify his wife’s death with a claim of self-defense.  🔊

If you have to hurt people to get what you want, then the ends do not justify the means.  🔊

The insurance company will not approve payment for a procedure if a doctor can't justify the need for the treatment.  🔊

In court, the attorney tried to justify his client’s violent actions with an insanity defense.  🔊

When my daughter misbehaves at school, I expect her to justify her behavior.  🔊

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