warranted
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈwɔːrəntɪd/
KK: /ˈwɔːrəntɪd/
adjective
Definition
Justified or deserved; having a good reason or basis for something.
Example
The decision to cancel the event was warranted due to the severe weather conditions.
Conversation
Do you think my concerns about the project are warranted?
Absolutely, it's important to address any issues that arise.
I just want to make sure we’re not overlooking anything warranted by the deadlines.
That makes sense; it’s better to be cautious than to rush things.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
justified
valid
necessary
Antonyms
unjustified
unwarranted
invalid
verb
Definition
To be justified or necessary; to have a good reason for something.
Example
The evidence warranted further investigation into the case.
Tense Forms
Past: warranted
Past Participle: warranted
Conversation
I thought the delay in the project was warranted given all the unexpected issues we faced.
Yeah, it made sense to take the extra time to get it right.
Exactly! I feel like rushing would have caused even more problems.
Root Explanation
Warranted → It is formed from "warrant" (from Old French *garant*, meaning to guarantee or protect) and "-ed" (a suffix indicating past tense or a state). The word "warranted" means that something has been guaranteed or justified.
Memory Tip
Think of something that has been 'guaranteed' ('warrant') — the '-ed' shows that it is in a past state, meaning it has been justified.
Visually Confused Words
unwarranted
unwarrantedly
warted
arrant