vertretbar
justifiable · acceptable
So, dass man es gut begründen kann und es nicht unfair oder falsch wirkt.
The German word "vertretbar" is an adjective that means "defensible" or "justifiable". It is derived from the verb "vertreten," which means "to represent" or "to defend." "Vertretbar" describes something that can be justified or has reasonable grounds for support. Similar words in German include "vertretlich" (defensible) and "rechtfertigbar" (justifiable).
The difference between these synonyms might be subtle; "vertretbar" often implies the ability to be represented in a supportable way in discussion or argument, while "rechtfertigbar" may focus more on moral or ethical justification.
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Examples
Diese Maßnahme ist ethisch vertretbar.adjective
This measure is ethically justifiable.
Dieser Vorschlag ist durchaus vertretbar.adjective
This proposal is indeed justifiable.
Man hält diese Entscheidung für vertretbar.adjective
This decision is considered justifiable.
Unter bestimmten Bedingungen sind Kompromisse vertretbar.adjective
Under certain conditions, compromises are acceptable.
Ist es in dieser Situation noch vertretbar, so schnell zu handeln?adjective
Is it still justifiable to act so quickly in this situation?
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