English word justification comes from Middle French justification
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| justification | Middle French (frm) | |
| justification | English (eng) | (typography) The alignment of text to the left margin (left justification), the right margin (right justification), or both margins (full justification).. A reason, explanation, or excuse which provides convincing, morally acceptable support for behavior or for a belief or occurrence. |