1. A goal or aim that has valid, sound, or reasonable grounds for support; an objective with clear justification
The company's cost-cutting measures were a justified objective given the economic downturn.
As medidas de redução de custos da empresa eram um objetivo justificado dado o declínio econômico.
2. In business or project management, a target that can be logically defended or explained with supporting evidence
Increasing market share is a justified objective when competitors are gaining ground.
Aumentar a participação de mercado é um objetivo justificado quando os concorrentes estão ganhando terreno.