Põhjendav

Põhjendav is an Estonian adjective that translates to "justifying," "explanatory," or "reasoning." It is derived from the verb "põhjendama," which means "to justify," "to explain," or "to provide a reason."

The adjective põhjendav is used to describe something that provides a basis or explanation for something else. For example, a "põhjendav seletus" would be an explanatory statement, and a "põhjendav argument" would be a justifying argument. It can also refer to the act of providing justification or explanation itself.

In legal contexts, "põhjendav" is often used to describe the reasoning or justification within a court decision or legal document. A "põhjendav osa" in a judgment would be the section that lays out the reasons behind the court's ruling. Similarly, in academic writing, "põhjendav" describes the part of a text that supports claims or hypotheses with evidence and logical reasoning.

The term emphasizes the act of making something understandable or acceptable by providing reasons or evidence. It signifies the presence of a rationale or grounds for a particular statement, action, or decision. It is a fundamental concept in communication, argumentation, and decision-making, ensuring clarity and validity.