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UK/["/ˈlɔːsuːt/"]/US/["/ˈlɔːsuːt/"]/

Meaning of Lawsuit

a claim or complaint against somebody that a person or an organization can make in court

In simple words: A legal case someone brings to court.

Lawsuit in a sentence

  • The company faced a lawsuit for violating environmental regulations.
  • After the accident, she filed a lawsuit against the negligent driver.
  • The lawsuit was dismissed due to lack of sufficient evidence.
  • Several customers joined a class-action lawsuit over defective products.
  • The lawyer explained the legal procedures involved in a lawsuit.

How to use Lawsuit

Used in formal contexts, particularly in legal discussions. Not appropriate in casual conversations. Common in news articles about legal matters.

Grammar pattern

lawsuit + against + object

Memory hint

Think of 'law' + 'suit'—imagine wearing a suit to court.

Related words

Collocations with Lawsuit

  • file a lawsuit
  • settle a lawsuit
  • win a lawsuit
  • lose a lawsuit
  • lawsuit against

Synonyms for Lawsuit

Opposites of Lawsuit

Common mistakes with Lawsuit

  • Confused with 'suit' meaning clothing.
  • Used in informal contexts, which sounds awkward.
  • Misused 'lawsuit' as a verb.

Compare Lawsuit with Litigation, Case, Proceeding, Complaint

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Frequently asked questions about Lawsuit

What does Lawsuit mean?

A legal case someone brings to court.

What is the definition of Lawsuit?

a claim or complaint against somebody that a person or an organization can make in court

How do you use Lawsuit in a sentence?

The company faced a lawsuit for violating environmental regulations.

Can you give another example of Lawsuit?

After the accident, she filed a lawsuit against the negligent driver.

What are synonyms for Lawsuit?

Common alternatives include litigation, case, legal action, proceeding, complaint.

What is the opposite of Lawsuit?

Opposite meanings include settlement, agreement, compromise.

What words go with Lawsuit?

It commonly pairs with file a lawsuit, settle a lawsuit, win a lawsuit, lose a lawsuit, lawsuit against.

What are common mistakes when using Lawsuit?

Confused with 'suit' meaning clothing. Used in informal contexts, which sounds awkward. Misused 'lawsuit' as a verb.

How do you pronounce Lawsuit?

US: /["/ˈlɔːsuːt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈlɔːsuːt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Lawsuit formal or informal?

"Lawsuit" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Lawsuit?

Used in formal contexts, particularly in legal discussions. Not appropriate in casual conversations. Common in news articles about legal matters.

What CEFR level is Lawsuit?

"Lawsuit" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.