1. justified or authorized; having good reason or cause

Examples

• The police officer’s concern was warranted given the suspicious activity.
• Her anger seemed warranted after being treated so unfairly.
• The company’s decision to recall the product was warranted by safety concerns.
• His confidence in the team’s abilities was warranted by their past success.
• The investigation found that the complaint was not warranted.
• Such drastic measures are only warranted in extreme circumstances.