C1verbformallawacademic
US/ˈwɔːr.ənt/
UK/ˈwɒr.ənt/
to be a good enough reason for something; to deserve or need it
In context
The evidence does not warrant such a serious accusation.
A problem like this warrants immediate attention from the manager.
Nothing in her behavior warranted the harsh punishment she received.
Words that go with warrant
verb + noun
- warrant further investigationThe results warrant further investigation.
- warrant attentionThe report raises issues that warrant attention.
- warrant a responseThe question hardly warrants a response.
- warrant concernThe rise in prices warrants concern.
adverb + verb
- hardly warrantSuch a small mistake hardly warrants a complaint.
- barely warrantThe damage barely warranted a repair.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
This case warrants to be investigated.Correct: This case warrants investigation.