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justificatory

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jus·ti·fi·ca·tive  (jst-f-ktv) also jus·tif·i·ca·to·ry (j-stf-k-tôr, -tr)
adj.
Serving as justification.
justificatory [ˈdʒʌstɪfɪˌkeɪtərɪ -trɪ], justificative [ˈdʒʌstɪfɪˌkeɪtɪv]
adj
serving as justification or capable of justifying; vindicatory
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Adj.1.justificatory - attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
justificative, defensive
apologetic, excusatory - offering or expressing apology; "an apologetic note"; "an apologetic manner"
2.justificatory - providing justification
justificative, vindicatory
exculpatory - clearing of guilt or blame
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