igazoltan

Igazoltan is a Hungarian adverb derived from the verb igazol, meaning to justify or to certify. It denotes that an action is performed with justification or with supporting evidence. In standard usage, the form is relatively uncommon, and speakers often prefer phrases like igazolt módon (in a justified way) or jogosan (legitimately).

Etymology and form: The root igazol comes from igazolás, meaning validation or certification, which in turn relates to igaz (true, correct). The adverbial suffix -an is a common way to form adverbs from adjectives or participles in Hungarian, producing igazoltan to indicate manner. Because it is not frequently used in everyday language, igazoltan may appear mainly in formal, legal, or technical contexts.

Usage and notes: As a vocabulary item, igazoltan can function where a speaker wants to emphasize that an action or conclusion rests on justification or evidence. However, in many contexts native speakers prefer more common expressions such as igazolt módon or jogosan. It is important to distinguish igazoltan from igazolatlan, an adjective meaning not proven or unsubstantiated, or from other negations formed with nem rather than a suffix.

Example: A döntést igazoltan hozták meg. While possible, this sentence is less common than alternatives like A döntést jogosan hozták meg or A döntést igazolt módon hozták meg, depending on the intended nuance.

See also: igazol, igazolás, jogosultság, jogosan, jogszerű.