õigustuslik

õigustuslik is an Estonian adjective that translates to justificatory or ex post facto. It describes something that serves as a justification or that provides a reason for an action or event that has already occurred. The term is often used in legal or philosophical contexts to explain why a particular decision was made or why a certain action was taken.

For example, in law, an õigustuslik argument might be presented to defend a controversial policy or a past legal ruling. It aims to demonstrate that, in hindsight, the action taken was the correct or necessary one, even if it was met with initial opposition or uncertainty. This can involve presenting new evidence or reinterpreting existing facts to support the original decision.

In a broader sense, õigustuslik can refer to any attempt to explain or defend past events or behaviors. It is about providing a rationale that validates what has already happened. The focus is on the justification after the fact, rather than on pre-emptive reasoning. The effectiveness of an õigustuslik argument often depends on the persuasiveness of the evidence and reasoning presented.