How to Pronounce "justified"
word
JUH-stuh-fyd
JUH-stuh-fyd
Definition
If something is justified, there is a good reason for it or it is shown to be right. It can describe actions, decisions, or feelings that are reasonable or supported by facts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒəstəˌfaɪd/
British English
/dʒˈʌstɪfˌaɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JUH-stuh-fyd
UK
JUH-stuh-fyd
Listen in Context
His actions were justified by the situation.
Your fear is completely justified.
The punishment seemed justified given the crime.
I felt my anger was justified after what happened.