Rechtfertigen
Example: Er versucht, seine Entscheidung vor der Gruppe zu rechtfertigen.
Definition
"Rechtfertigen" means to provide valid reasons or explanations to show that an action, decision, or belief is justifiable or acceptable, especially in a moral or logical context. For example, one might rechtfertigen their decision before a group by explaining their reasoning clearly.
Etymology
The word "rechtfertigen" comes from the German roots 'recht,' meaning 'right' or 'just,' and 'fertigen,' related to 'machen' or 'to make.' Together, they form a verb that literally means 'to make right' or 'to justify.' Did you know that this word vividly captures the idea of making something legally or morally correct?
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