To verbally assault, especially to argue against an opinion, motive, or action; to question the truth or validity of.
To give reasons for one’s actions; to make an argument to prove that one is in the right.
To absolve, and declare to be free of blame or sin.
To be a good, acceptable reason for; warrant.
To qualify (oneself) as a surety by taking oath to the ownership of sufficient property.
To arrange (text) on a page or a computer screen such that the left and right ends of all lines within paragraphs are aligned.
To provide an acceptable explanation for.
To prove; to ratify; to confirm.
To show (a person) to have had a sufficient legal reason for an act that has been made the subject of a charge or accusation.