Warrant meaning in English
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Definition
a warrant: permission, authorization, a license, a permit
a search warrant an official permit which gives the police permission to search a building
A warrant for Luna's arrest was issued after she chained herself to a tree for two months. The judge signed an official document so that if the police found her they would be able to arrest her.
to warrant (a decision): to justify (a decision)
I admit that I've worked less this past year, but that doesn't warrant getting fired! It was totally unjustified!
Examples
- "Miss Stake : But does this really warrant such frequent absences from Head Office?"
Exercise 1
"Does this really "warrant" such frequent absences from Head Office?"
This question could be rephrased: Does this really such frequent absences from Head Office?
This question could be rephrased: Does this really such frequent absences from Head Office?
"Does this really "warrant" such frequent absences from Head Office?"
This question could be rephrased: Does this really justify such frequent absences from Head Office?
This question could be rephrased: Does this really justify such frequent absences from Head Office?
justify: The verb "to warrant (doing something)" is to have sufficient or a valid reason for doing it. Example: His terrible crimes warranted a severe punishment. "To warrant" shares a similar meaning with the verb "to justify", which means to have a good reason for doing something.
excuse: "To excuse someone or something" is to explain, apologize or forgive them or it. Example: I was excused from gym class because of my broken leg. The difference between "warrant" and "excuse" is subtle in this context, however Fiona is not asking if Susie's responsibilities excuse her frequent trips, but rather if her responsibilities merit or justify them.
permit: The verb "to permit" something to happen is to allow something to happen, or to allow someone to do something. Example: The priest permitted the prisoner to confess his crimes. "To permit" expresses the act of giving permission to do something, but does not indicate that something is "justified" or "warranted".
guarantee: "To guarantee" is to assure a condition or outcome. Stores often guarantee their products against malfunctioning for 6 months after their purchase. A "guarantee" often shares a similar meaning with a "warranty", however the term used in this conversation is the verb "to warrant".
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