What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
raison
Example
What is the raison d'être of this project? [raison: noun]
Example
The company's raison for implementing this policy was to increase productivity. [raison: preposition]
justification
Example
The lawyer presented a strong justification for her client's actions. [justification: noun]
Example
I don't think there is any justification for treating people that way. [justification: preposition]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Justification is a more common English word than raison, which is more commonly used in French.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between raison and justification?
Justification is more formal than raison, which is often used in casual or informal contexts.
