ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Justified

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈd͡ʒʌstɪfaɪd/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Justified is an adjective meaning Having a justification.

Meaning

Having a justification.

More Meanings

  1. simple past and past participle of justify
  2. (typography) Of text, arranged on a page or a computer screen such that the left and right ends of all lines within paragraphs are aligned, with the space between words adjusted as necessary. Also called fully justified to contrast with left-justified and right-justified.

Example Sentences

The act was fully justified.

Synonyms for justified

Depending on context, synonyms include even.

Antonyms for justified

Common opposites include unjustified.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include even, justifiable, valid, rightful, justification, necessary.

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