justified basis

[ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪd ˈbeɪsɪs]
noun phrasepl: justified bases
base justificada
1. A foundation or reason that is supported by valid evidence, logic, or legal grounds; a defensible reason for an action, decision, or belief
The company's decision to terminate the employee had a justified basis in documented performance issues.
A decisão da empresa de rescindir o contrato do funcionário tinha uma base justificada em questões de desempenho documentadas.
2. In legal context, a foundation of facts or law that reasonably supports a claim, action, or judgment
The court ruled that there was no justified basis for the lawsuit.
O tribunal decidiu que não havia base justificada para a ação judicial.
3. A rationale or explanation that can withstand scrutiny or challenge
The researcher provided a justified basis for rejecting the hypothesis.
O pesquisador forneceu uma base justificada para rejeitar a hipótese.
This phrase is commonly used in formal, legal, and academic contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. It's frequently encountered in court documents, business correspondence, and research papers. The concept emphasizes the importance of providing evidence and logical support for decisions and claims, reflecting a cultural value placed on rationality and accountability in professional settings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
valid reasonsound foundationreasonable groundlegitimate basisjustifiable cause
Antonyms / Antônimos
unjustified basisgroundless reasonunfounded basisbaseless claim

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
base justificada
Most common translation used in formal and legal contexts
Portugal
base justificada
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; standard in legal terminology
São Paulo
fundamentação justificada
Alternative term used in formal legal documents
General
motivo justificado
More colloquial variation meaning justified reason or motive

Related Words

justificationreasoningevidencelegal groundsrationalesubstantiation

Related Idioms & Phrases

on solid ground
have good reason to
stand on firm ground
have grounds for
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