Justification

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -eɪʃən

Full definition of justification

Noun

1. A reason, explanation, or excuse which provides convincing, morally acceptable support for behavior or for a belief or occurrence.
2. (typography) The alignment of text to the left margin (left justification), the right margin (right justification), or both margins (full justification).

Related terms

• justify
• acquittal
• exculpation

Antonyms

• conviction
• condemnation