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DictionarywarrantJustification
noun / verb

warrant

A sufficient reason for a belief or action, or to provide such a reason.

These minor errors do not warrant canceling the entire project.

Etymology
warrantOld Frenchguarantee or protection

The older word concerns a guarantee. An evidential warrant is what guarantees or justifies taking a belief or action as reasonable.

More examples

  • There is no warrant for assuming the worst.
  • Her persistent cough warrants a visit to the doctor.
  • The evidence provides ample warrant for further investigation.

Forms

warrant · warrants · warranted · warranting

justification noun — A sufficient reason supporting something.

Similar words

justify
Often emphasizes showing something is reasonable rather than making it necessary.
merit
Emphasizes deserving a response, especially attention, praise, or consideration.
grounds
Names supporting reasons or evidence, without warrant's verb use.