justifiably enough

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "justifiably enough" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate that something is justified to a sufficient degree or level. Example: "She was justifiably enough concerned about the project's timeline to request an extension."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

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Exact Expressions

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Twitter responded disapprovingly; Herring protested right back (justifiably enough) at "po-faced social media".

The Guardian

Complaining, justifiably enough, that artistic policy at Salzburg had come to be governed by the moguls of the major recording companies, he set about a radical overhaul.

The Guardian - Music

When democracy returned to Nigeria last year, taxpayers wondered, justifiably enough, why they should be paying both in money and men to stop the Sierra Leoneans from slaughtering one another.

The Economist

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Similar Expressions

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But its justifiably paranoid protagonist suffers enough punishing twists for two or three movies.

The New York Times

But in the context of mainstream country music, which typically requires fat-free albums packed with potential hits, "The Weight of These Wings" seems like both a protest against business as usual and a power play: Lambert is justifiably confident that listeners care enough to follow her through twenty-four songs, many of them rather contemplative, without a single big-name guest star.

The New Yorker

In fairness, though, the general public knows more than enough to be justifiably angry at this unpalatable situation.

Forbes

A banal moment, and one that was enough to push a (justifiably) paranoid Jesse into action, breaking free from both Hank's wire plan and Walt's grip.

The Guardian - TV & Radio

Apple, whose products the world cannot get enough of, has been justifiably criticized for poor working conditions and low wages at the factories of its chief supplier in China, Foxconn.

The New York Times

Quite justifiably, surrogacy's daunting process is enough to spur many parents to rule it out altogether as a potential alternative parenting option.

Huffington Post

Although one could justifiably argue that many IT firms are profitable enough to absorb a heavier tax burden particularly given the need for India to widen its tax base overall we regard this as a negative feature of the budget.

The Economist

But even as the administration tells its allies, justifiably, that it would be difficult to find enough Americans to go if foreign troops do not materialize, it will not be hard to find the money to pay for them, if Congress passes the supplemental request unchanged.

The New York Times

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Consider replacing "justifiably enough" with a more concise alternative like "rightly so" or "with good reason" to improve sentence flow and readability, especially in less formal contexts.

Common error

Avoid using "justifiably enough" in very informal settings or when speaking. Simpler phrases like "rightly so" or "fair enough" are often more appropriate and sound more natural in casual conversation.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "justifiably enough" functions as an adverbial phrase, modifying a verb or adjective to indicate the degree to which something is justified. According to Ludwig, it is a correct and usable phrase in English.

Expression frequency: Rare

Frequent in

News & Media

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Science

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Formal & Business

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Academia

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

"Justifiably enough" is an adverbial phrase used to indicate that something is sufficiently justified. Ludwig confirms its grammatical correctness and usability, although its frequency is relatively rare. Predominantly found in news and media contexts, it serves to express a well-reasoned and adequately supported perspective. For more informal communication, alternatives like "rightly so" or "with good reason" might be more appropriate. Understanding these nuances can help writers choose the most fitting phrase for their intended message.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

rightly so

This alternative is more concise and emphasizes the correctness of the action or feeling.

with good reason

This alternative highlights the presence of a valid and sufficient reason for the action or feeling.

understandably so

This emphasizes the ease with which the action or feeling can be understood or sympathized with.

reasonably so

This suggests that the action or feeling is logical and sensible under the circumstances.

deservedly so

This implies that the action or feeling is earned or merited based on previous behavior or circumstances.

fairly enough

This alternative suggests that there is a valid amount of fairness about the specific action or feeling.

justifiably

It is shorter and highlights only the justifiable aspect of something, without explicitly mentioning a sufficient degree.

with justification

This highlights the presence of a valid justification, often in a more formal tone.

legitimately so

This highlights that the action or feeling is lawful, reasonable or in accordance with accepted rules or principles.

warrantedly enough

This suggests that there are sufficient warrants for an action to take place, or for a feeling to be justified.

FAQs

How can I use "justifiably enough" in a sentence?

You can use "justifiably enough" to indicate that there is sufficient justification for a particular feeling, action, or belief. For example: "She was "justifiably enough" concerned about the project's timeline to request an extension."

What can I say instead of "justifiably enough"?

You can use alternatives like "rightly so", "with good reason", or "understandably so" depending on the context.

Is "justifiably enough" formal or informal?

"Justifiably enough" leans towards a more neutral to formal tone. In very informal settings, simpler alternatives might be preferred.

What is the difference between "justifiably" and "justifiably enough"?

"Justifiably" simply indicates that something is justified, while ""justifiably enough"" emphasizes that the justification is sufficient or adequate.