warranted
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Quick answer
Justified or authorized by good reason.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
justified
reasonable
Antonyms
unwarranted
unjustified
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Her caution seemed _____ given what had happened before."
Answer: warranted
In your own words, what does "warranted" mean?
Justified or authorized by good reason.
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