1. A reason or justification that can be logically supported, justified, or argued in favor of; a reason that can withstand criticism or scrutiny
The company provided a defensible reason for the price increase by citing increased production costs.
A empresa forneceu uma razão defensável para o aumento de preço, citando custos de produção aumentados.
2. A justification that is reasonable and capable of being defended in an argument or debate
There is no defensible reason to exclude qualified candidates based on their age.
Não há razão defensável para excluir candidatos qualificados com base na idade.