jus|ti|fy

jus|ti|fy
jus|ti|fy «JUHS tuh fy», verb, -fied, -fy|ing.
–v.t.
1. to give a good reason for: »

The fine quality of the cloth justifies its high cost.

2. to show to be just or right: »

Can you justify your act?

SYNONYM(S): uphold, defend.
3. to clear of blame or guilt; vindicate: »

The court ruled that he was justified in hitting the man in self-defense. Woe unto them…Which justify the wicked for reward (Isaiah 5:22-23).

 SYNONYM(S): exonerate.
4. Printing. to make (lines of type) the right length by proper spacing.
5. Law. a) to show a satisfactory reason or excuse for (something done). b) to show (oneself) to be acceptable as bail or surety. c) to prove the truth of (a statement alleged to be defamatory).
–v.i.
1. Printing. (of lines of type) to fit exactly; be of the required measure.
2. Law. a) to show a satisfactory reason or excuse for something done. b) to be acceptable as bail or surety.
╂[< Old French justifier < Latin jūstificāre < Latin jūstus just, right + facere do, make]

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