rechtvaardigen

Definitions of rechtvaardigen
  1. verb
    defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning
    synonyms: pardonneren, vergeven
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    types:
    pleiten
    offer as an excuse or plea
    type of:
    behandelen, verdedigen, voorstaan
    argue or speak in defense of
  2. verb
    let off the hook
    synonyms: absolveren
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    types:
    absolveren, kwijtschelden, kwiteren, verknallen
    grant exemption or release to
    type of:
    kwijtschelden, kwiteren
    stop blaming or grant forgiveness
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