No. 2,664 in Japanese
正当
"Justifiable" or "legitimate."
In a sentence
彼の行動は正当な理由によるものだった。
His actions were based on legitimate reasons.
Adjective usage with the meaning of 'legitimate' to describe the reason as justified and proper.
正当性を証明する必要があります。
It is necessary to prove legitimacy.
Noun usage indicating the state or quality of being legitimate or justified.
彼女の意見は、正当であると言わざるを得ない。
I cannot help but admit her opinion is justified.
Adjective usage emphasizing the validity or righteousness of the opinion expressed.
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