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strong justification

[/strɔŋ dʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
noun phrasepl: strong justifications
justificativa sólida
1. A compelling or convincing reason or explanation that firmly supports a decision, action, or claim
The company provided a strong justification for the price increase.
A empresa forneceu uma justificativa sólida para o aumento de preço.
2. Substantial evidence or reasoning that adequately explains or defends a particular position
There was no strong justification for firing him without warning.
Não havia uma justificativa sólida para demiti-lo sem aviso prévio.
Synonyms
sound reasonsolid groundcompelling explanationvalid argumentconvincing rationale
Antonyms
weak excuseflimsy reasoninsufficient justificationinvalid argument

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
justificativa sólida
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
justificativa forte
Alternative common usage in business contexts
Portugal
justificação sólida
Portuguese spelling preference; justificação instead of justificativa

Related Idioms & Phrases

a case in point
stand on solid ground
have grounds for
hold water
be justified in
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