as in justified
being what is called for by accepted standards of right and wrong
a warranted use of force by the police
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as in guaranteed
to assume responsibility for the satisfactory quality or performance of
the computer company unconditionally warrants all of its products for one full year
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as in approved
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
the state constitution warrants these measures
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as in required
to have as a requirement
the situation warrants your immediate attention
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as in alleged
to state as a fact usually forcefully
we'll all be dead before that happens, I warrant
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as in enabled
to give official or legal power to
bailiffs are warranted to enforce the subpoena
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Recent Examples of warranted
Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
The Kings have taken a highly measured approach with his development, limiting his games and minutes beyond what many observers felt was warranted.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 9 June 2026
Reluctance among leaders of some California cities to intensify density around transit hubs shows why state intervention is warranted, said Jonathan Curtis, head of Glendale multifamily housing developer Cedar Street Partners.
—Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Burns told the Observer prior to the meeting that city officials had received information from law enforcement that led him to believe the allegations were credible and warranted investigation.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
Some of that criticism was warranted.
—Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 9 June 2026
Screening can begin in primary care with shoes-off exams, when damage from diabetes could be visible; ankle measurements to ascertain swelling, or ultrasounds if warranted.
—Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 8 June 2026
Again, Lee thinks those fears aren’t warranted, and doesn’t see history repeating itself.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 8 June 2026
Basketball-centric attention is warranted, for better or worse.
—Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Verb
If the Utah Supreme Court concludes that such a stay is warranted, that court can stay the proceedings.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
The Kings have taken a highly measured approach with his development, limiting his games and minutes beyond what many observers felt was warranted.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 9 June 2026
Reluctance among leaders of some California cities to intensify density around transit hubs shows why state intervention is warranted, said Jonathan Curtis, head of Glendale multifamily housing developer Cedar Street Partners.
—Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Burns told the Observer prior to the meeting that city officials had received information from law enforcement that led him to believe the allegations were credible and warranted investigation.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
Some of that criticism was warranted.
—Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 9 June 2026
Screening can begin in primary care with shoes-off exams, when damage from diabetes could be visible; ankle measurements to ascertain swelling, or ultrasounds if warranted.
—Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 8 June 2026
Again, Lee thinks those fears aren’t warranted, and doesn’t see history repeating itself.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 8 June 2026
Basketball-centric attention is warranted, for better or worse.
—Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warranted
Adjective
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True, the university’s effort to unload the property sparked a backlash that proved justified.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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While many agree that the bombing of Hiroshima was justified, there was no public outcry of genocide when the bomb fell on Nagasaki.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 May 2026
Verb
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However, the drama and comedy series categories are guaranteed to have eight nominees each, regardless of the total number of entries.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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America’s next president, and the class of senators elected this November, seem all but guaranteed to face the politically perilous task of addressing Social Security’s imminent insolvency before the end of their term.—
Ben Ritz,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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If approved, the contract would go into effect July 1 and run through June 30, 2030.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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The location was later approved to continue regular service after a follow-up inspection.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2026
Verb
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The Spurs responded with their best game of the series, a 115-111 win that required lots of mental fortitude and, in the end, sent Knicks fans home quiet.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
11 June 2026
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On Tuesday, the Placer County Board of Supervisors approved the project list required to receive the funding.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
Verb
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It was alleged that Murphy had years of misconduct, which included improperly touching genitals during massages and intrusive observation during urine sampling for drug tests.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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Paula Conaway alleged she was harassed and ultimately demoted from her position as deputy chief for insisting on accountability for officers under her command.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 June 2026
Verb
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This investment needs to be enabled via structural changes to the financial system.—
Nina Seega,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Due to Climate Change Rising temperatures and resilient grapes have enabled Denmark and Sweden to produce unique wines.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Her new friends include Sam (Bianca Dumais), a rock-chick type who’s the same age as Franny and who has developed a reputation for promiscuity around town that doesn’t seem deserved.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
25 May 2026
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Trai Hume gives Sunderland the lead against Chelsea Sunderland dominate the first quarter of this match and take a deserved lead in the 25th minute via Trai Hume.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
24 May 2026
Verb
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Some countries have ratified the International Labour Organization’s Indigenous and Tribal Peoples Convention, agreed in 1989, which contains this principle.—
Buket Altınçelep,
The Conversation,
12 June 2026
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The alliance of unions ratified their new contracts in March, putting an end to months of bargaining, accusations of bad faith and work stoppages.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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“Warranted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warranted. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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