rationalization

The company used cost rationalization to improve its financial performance.

She offered a rationalization for being late to the meeting.

He used rationalization as a way to justify his unethical behavior.

Rationalization is a common defense mechanism used to protect oneself from guilt.

The decision to downsize the team was based on a rationalization of resources.

His rationalization for not exercising is that he is too busy.

The government's rationalization for increasing taxes was to fund public services.

She used rationalization to convince herself that buying expensive shoes was necessary.

Rationalization often involves justifying actions or decisions that may not be morally right.

The manager's rationalization for the layoffs was the need to cut costs.