justification

1. is a type of: circumstance, condition, consideration - information that should be kept in mind when making a decision
2. is a type of: account, explanation - a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
   subtypes:

   • cause, grounds, reason - a justification for something existing or happening
   • defence, defense, vindication - the justification for some act or belief
3. is a type of: exoneration, vindication - the act of vindicating or defending against criticism or censure etc.

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