The term MEANS' JUSTIFIER is composed of two words: ENDS (4 letters) and END (3 letters). The word ENDS is a verb meaning to bring something to an END or to terminate. The word END is a noun meaning the final part or conclusion of something. Together, the two words form a phrase that means someone or something that justifies the means used to achieve an END. This phrase is often used in reference to ethical dilemmas, where the means used to achieve a goal may be questionable, but the END result is seen as beneficial.