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[せい()·とう()·()]
seitouka
noun, suru verb

Root Words:

[せい()·とう() + ()]
seitou + ka

English Meaning(s) for 正当化

noun, suru verb
  1. justification; warrant

Definition and Synonyms for 正当化

Explain serve as a reason or cause or justification of
Synonyms: 正当化
Rationalise defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning
Synonyms: 弁ずる, 弁明, 弁疏, 弁解, 正当化, 申し訳, 申し開らく, 自己弁護, 言い訳, 言い開く, 釈明
Vindicate show to be right by providing justification or proof
Synonyms: 正当化
Justify show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for
Synonyms: 正当化
Justification the act of defending or explaining or making excuses for by reasoning
Synonyms: 正当化

Meanings for each kanji in 正当化

» correct; justice; righteous; 10**40
» hit; right; appropriate; himself
» change; take the form of; influence; enchant; delude; -ization

Categories 正当化 is a member of

Defend argue or speak in defense of
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Vindicate show to be right by providing justification or proof
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Maintain support against an opponent
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Confirm strengthen or make more firm
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Vindication the act of vindicating or defending against criticism or censure etc.
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Sample Sentences for 正当化

Don't drag out Chinese sayings about the importance of an environment conducive learning just to justify moving house for a child's entrance exams!
Can you justify the use of violence?
How can you justify your behavior?
The end justifies the means.
He tried to rationalize his foolish actions.

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