Rechtfertigen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Rechtfertigen" is used as verb with the meaning of "justify", "legitimate" or "validate".

Essential properties of "rechtfertigen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: rechtfertigen
  • Simple past: rechtfertigte
  • Participle: gerechtfertigt

See full conjugation of rechtfertigen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "rechtfertigen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To prove the justice or legitimacy of something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er versuchte, sein Verhalten rechtfertigen.He tried to justify his behavior.
  2. Die Regierung muss ihre Entscheidung rechtfertigen.The government must justify its decision.
  3. Wie können Sie diese hohen Ausgaben rechtfertigen?How can you justify these high expenses?

2.) "To provide an explanation or defense for an action"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sie musste ihre Abwesenheit beim Chef rechtfertigen.She had to justify her absence to the boss.
  2. Können Sie Ihre Behauptungen rechtfertigen?Can you justify your claims?
  3. Der Politiker versuchte, seine umstrittene Aussage zu rechtfertigen.The politician tried to justify his controversial statement.
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