Justifiable (Adjective)
Meaning
Capable of being justified.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The lawyer argued that her client's actions were justifiable given the extreme circumstances.
- The judge decided that the officer's use of force was justifiable in the heat of the moment.
- Many people believe that the measures taken to prevent the outbreak were justifiable.
- The company's decision to downsize was justifiable due to the significant financial losses.
- The politician's actions were seen as justifiable by her supporters, but not by her opponents.