justified
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/ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪd/
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/ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪd/
adjective
R
having a good reason to do something
She felt justified in complaining about the poor service.
R
existing or done for a good reason
His concerns were justified when the problem got worse.
translation
having a good reason to do something; existing or done for a good reason