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
Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2026
The government could start over, in that case, and still find that TPS is no longer warranted — if the process bears that out.
—Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The water conditions have now warranted a more serious response statewide.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Martilla said the length of the order was warranted because the ex-wife had demonstrated a history of abuse.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
After the inspector general completes his report, Pirro said her office will review it and could restart its criminal probe if warranted.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
The league and union reached agreement that Dončić’s and Cunningham’s unique circumstances warranted their eligibility for all the postseason awards be reinstated despite not making the 65-game minimum.
—David Aldridge, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Another is getting the players — some in contract years, others trying to establish themselves as big-leaguers — to buy into a team-first approach and give themselves up when warranted, such as with a runner on third.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Backtracking here is warranted.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Verb
Double points are warranted for her almost campy, hyper-literal approach two years in a row.
—Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2026
The government could start over, in that case, and still find that TPS is no longer warranted — if the process bears that out.
—Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The water conditions have now warranted a more serious response statewide.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Martilla said the length of the order was warranted because the ex-wife had demonstrated a history of abuse.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
After the inspector general completes his report, Pirro said her office will review it and could restart its criminal probe if warranted.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
The league and union reached agreement that Dončić’s and Cunningham’s unique circumstances warranted their eligibility for all the postseason awards be reinstated despite not making the 65-game minimum.
—David Aldridge, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Another is getting the players — some in contract years, others trying to establish themselves as big-leaguers — to buy into a team-first approach and give themselves up when warranted, such as with a runner on third.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Backtracking here is warranted.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warranted
Adjective
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On paper, each treatment may appear justified.—
Fennemore,
Oc Register,
30 Apr. 2026
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Many faiths have teachings about when war is or is not considered justified, including Judaism, Islam and Hinduism.—
Valerie Morkevicius,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But while Blackstreet's investments all but guaranteed its CEO's son's team a stepping stone to the next level, Gunty sold others the same dream.—
Kenny Jacoby,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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However, the relief is not automatic or guaranteed, and most taxpayers need to file a claim for a refund or abatement of their tax liability by July 10 to get their money back.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Edward Burke — then seized control of City Council and approved a new lineup of committee chairs and leaders.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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The California Coastal Commission this month approved the land use amendment that would allow housing to be built on the southern parcel of the property — along with other areas within the city —to help add nearly 4,845 units to Newport Beach’s housing inventory.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
1 May 2026
Verb
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If companies want to build data centers, for example, they should be required not only to absorb any electricity-cost increases but also to pay for upgrades to our grid infrastructure.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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City staffers are required to get approval before their travel begins, not after, but those expenses were included among more than two dozen expense reports from the mayor’s office, which were approved without discussion.—
Jeff Abell,
Baltimore Sun,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The indictment alleged Campbell followed an undercover officer who was investigating Gerodemos on April 9 from Gino’s Steakhouse in a union truck to see where he was headed.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
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Vinicius Jr had alleged that Prestianni had racially abused him, which Prestianni denied on social media.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
Verb
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The suspension control software from their high-performance cars has enabled Ferrari to develop an algorithm to keep the boat stable, Ribigini adds, which will be vital at all times, but particularly in rough seas and strong winds.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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There are great finishing touches including linens by Bellino, Byredo bath amenities, Apple TVs, refrigerators, and Bluetooth-enabled turntables with a few records for chasing those perfect seaside vibes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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No doubt that the trophy handed over by EFL chairman Rick Parry was well deserved.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Anything less will keep the door wide open for the Pohlad family to be a lightning rod for criticism that is very much deserved.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The agreement must still be approved by the union’s board and ratified by the membership to take effect.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
2 May 2026
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At the end of that month, the WGA officially ratified its provisional deal, with a 90% approval rate but significant voter downturn.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
2 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Warranted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warranted. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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