How to Pronounce Justified

To pronounce "justified", say JUST-if-ied — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “justified”

"justified" has 3 syllables: just-if-ied. It rhymes with abide and stride, if that helps it stick.

What does justified mean?

adjective

Having a justification.
“The act was fully justified.”
Of text, arranged on a page or a computer screen such that the left and right ends of all lines within paragraphs are aligned.

verb

To provide an acceptable explanation for.
“How can you justify spending so much money on clothes?”
To be a good, acceptable reason for; warrant.
“Nothing can justify your rude behaviour last night.”

Antonyms

unjustified

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Words that rhyme with justified

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

abide stride snide chide deride provide glide preoccupied gratified dignified mortified identified

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "justified"?▾

"Justified" has 3 syllables: just · if · ied.

What is the IPA transcription of "justified"?▾

The IPA transcription of "justified" is /ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪd/.

What does "justified" mean?▾

Justified: Having a justification.

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