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AWL Sublist 3 · Academic Word
justification
/ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ Syllables: jus·ti·fi·ˈca·tion
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Arabic Translation & Context
Synonyms & Antonyms
A reason or explanation that makes something acceptable or right.
Synonyms
reason
rationale
defence
Antonyms
None available
Translations
justification in Arabic
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Arabic Meaning
مبرر، تبرير
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Easy Explanation (Arabic)
السبب الذي يجعلك تشرح لماذا فعلت شيئًا ما، ولماذا هو صحيح أو مقبول.
Easy Explanation
Plain English Breakdown
Justification is the reason given to explain or defend a decision or action. Academic writing requires justification for all methodological choices made.
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Memory TipJustification comes from Latin 'iustificare' meaning to act justly — you give reasons to show your actions are just.
Contextual Examples
How to use in a sentence
The researcher provided clear justification for each methodological decision in the study.
There is no justification for excluding participants without documented ethical reasons.
A strong justification for the chosen research approach strengthens the credibility of findings.
Word Families & Pronunciation
justification
| PART OF SPEECH | FORM |
|---|---|
| verb | justify |
| adjective | justified |
| adjective | justifiable |
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