IELTS Anvil

justified

CEFR: B2

Supported by good evidence, sound ethical reasons, or legal foundation.

Synonyms

warranted
legitimate

Common Collocations

fully justified
justified in believing
morally justified

Example Sentence

Given the catastrophic flooding risks, substantial public expenditure on sea walls was fully justified.

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