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JUSTIFYING

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Justifying.

Justifying - as a verb

Show to be right by providing justification or proof

Example: "Vindicate a claim"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
vindicate15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
maintain10uphold12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(used of god) declare innocent; absolve from the penalty of sin

Adjust the spaces between words

Example: "Justify the margins"

Justifying - as a noun

A process of justification.

Example Sentences

"He presented a justifying argument for his actions."
"There needs to be a justifying reason for the delay."
"She provided a justifying explanation for her absence."
"The book includes a justifying statement from the author."
"The jury was convinced by the justifying evidence presented."
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Word Game Points

Is JUSTIFYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, justifying is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

JUSTIFYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.

Is JUSTIFYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, justifying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
JUSTIFYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 28.

Is JUSTIFYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, justifying is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
JUSTIFYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 28.

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