justifying
verbDivide justifying into syllables:
jus · ti · fy · ing
How to pronounce justifying:
Definition of justifying:
- justifying (verb):
- to defend (an action) as being warranted
- to prove or show to be just, right, or reasonable
Synonyms for justifying:
absolve
acquit
approve
bear out
confirm
defend
establish
exculpate
excuse
excusing
exonerate
explain
explaining
ignoring
legalize
legitimize
maintain
rationalizing
substantiate
support
sustain
uphold
validate
vindicate
warrant
Antonyms for justifying:
abrasive
aggravating
annoying
bothersome
exasperating
galling
grating
infuriating
irksome
irritating
maddening
magnifying
pesky
provoking
rankling
riling
vexatious
vexing
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