Justificar
Example: Ela precisou justificar sua ausência na reunião ontem.
Definition
"Justificar" means to provide a reason or explanation for an action, event, or situation, particularly to defend or excuse something that might otherwise be questioned or criticized. For example, explaining an absence to clarify why it occurred.
Etymology
The word "justificar" comes from the Latin verb "justificare," which means 'to make just' or 'to justify.' It entered Portuguese through Old French, carrying the sense of proving or defending the righteousness of an action. Did you know? The root 'just-' relates to justice and fairness.
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