Justify
Justify verb - To continue to declare to be true or proper despite opposition or objections.
Usage example: failed to justify the need for a war at this time
Vindicate is a synonym for justify in defend topic. In some cases you can use "Vindicate" instead a verb "Justify", when it comes to topics like support, right, absolve, excuse. popular alternative
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