justifiable
2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for justifiable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Able to be shown as reasonable, right, or excusable.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use justifiable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
justifiable reason
justifiable force
morally justifiable
Etymology
From justify plus the suffix -able, "capable of."
Full origin of justifiable →Frequently asked questions
What does “justifiable” mean?
The word “justifiable” means able to be shown as reasonable, right, or excusable. In plain terms, able to be defended or explained as reasonable.
How do you use “justifiable” in a sentence?
Here is “justifiable” used in a sentence: “His anger was justifiable given how badly he'd been treated.”
What part of speech is “justifiable”?
“Justifiable” is an adjective.
Is “justifiable” a common word?
“Justifiable” is an uncommon word in modern English.
