die Rechtfertigung
Translation
justification, excuse, vindication
Examples
Er suchte nach einer Rechtfertigung für sein Handeln.
He was looking for a justification for his actions.
Deine Rechtfertigung überzeugt mich nicht.
Your justification doesn't convince me.
Grammar Patterns
a justification for sth. eine Rechtfertigung für et4 He gave no justification for his behavior.
in justification of sth. zur Rechtfertigung von et2 He said that in justification of his decision.
Similar Words
die Begründung, die Entschuldigung, die Ausrede
Etymology
From the verb 'rechtfertigen' (to justify), which combines 'recht' (right, just) and 'fertigen' (to make). The suffix '-ung' makes it a noun.
Memory Tips
Think of trying to prove your actions were 'recht' (right/just). That's a justification.