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What is the opposite of pretext?

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Noun
Opposite of a false, contrived, or assumed purpose or reason
Noun
Opposite of a lie or falsehood, or the act of lying or concocting a falsehood
Noun
Opposite of a reason or explanation given to justify a fault or offense
Noun
Opposite of a claim that a circumstance exempts one from blame or obligation
Noun
Opposite of a reason or cause for behaving in an untoward or criminal manner
“Bismarck, perhaps without seeing the true consequence of his actions, opposed the idea and managed to put off the decision.”
Noun
Opposite of the basis or justification for something
Noun
Opposite of an intentionally false statement
“You can't handle the truth!”
Noun
Opposite of an outward, and often deceptive, display or pretense
“It is the leader's moral principles and integrity that give legitimacy and credibility to the vision and sustain it.”
Noun
Opposite of a person or organization serving as a cover for subversive or illegal activities
“As long as the person has performed his duty to a decent-to-great standard, it should look great and be a representation of what they do.”
Verb
Opposite of to provide an acceptable explanation for
“He knew that his remaining years would be spent in prison, and it was in some way to atone for his transgressions.”
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