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justifiable

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Adj — Able to be shown as reasonable, right, or excusable.

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Etymology

From justify plus the suffix -able, "capable of."

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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.

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