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Plaintiff

ˈpleɪn(t)ɪf
Very common
~ 2200
~ 2200, Very common
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
A person who brings a case against another in a court of law., A person who makes a formal complaint in a civil case.

Plaintiff - Meanings

A person who brings a case against another in a court of law.

Example: The plaintiff alleged that the company had breached the contract.
Usage: formalContext: legal proceedings
Note: In legal contexts, the plaintiff is the party initiating a lawsuit.

A person who makes a formal complaint in a civil case.

Example: She decided to proceed as a plaintiff in the discrimination case.
Usage: formalContext: civil litigation
Note: The plaintiff is the individual or entity filing a civil lawsuit seeking legal remedy.

Plaintiff's synonyms

complainant

A complainant is someone who makes a formal complaint in a legal context.
Example: The complainant alleged that the defendant breached the contract.
Note: Complainant is often used in legal contexts to refer to a person who makes a formal complaint or brings a case to court, similar to a plaintiff.

petitioner

A petitioner is someone who presents a formal request or plea to a court or other authority.
Example: The petitioner filed a petition for divorce citing irreconcilable differences.
Note: Petitioner is commonly used in legal contexts to refer to a person who initiates a legal action by filing a petition or request, similar to a plaintiff.

claimant

A claimant is someone who asserts a right to something, such as compensation or benefits.
Example: The claimant sought compensation for the damages caused by the accident.
Note: Claimant is often used in legal and insurance contexts to refer to a person who asserts a right to compensation, similar to a plaintiff.

Plaintiff expressions, common phrases

file a lawsuit

To initiate legal proceedings against someone or something.
Example: The plaintiff decided to file a lawsuit against the company for breach of contract.
Note: The phrase 'file a lawsuit' is a broader term that encompasses the action taken by a plaintiff in a legal case.

bring a case to court

To take legal action and have a matter resolved through a court proceeding.
Example: The plaintiff is planning to bring the case to court next week.
Note: This phrase highlights the act of initiating legal action and taking it to a court setting, where the plaintiff would be involved.

legal action

The use of the legal system to address a dispute or grievance.
Example: The plaintiff threatened legal action if the issue was not resolved promptly.
Note: While a plaintiff is the party initiating legal action, 'legal action' refers to the overall process of using the legal system to resolve a matter.

file a claim

To officially submit a demand for compensation or redress due to harm or loss.
Example: The plaintiff intends to file a claim for damages suffered in the accident.
Note: Filing a claim can be a step taken by a plaintiff in a legal case to seek compensation or resolution for damages.

take someone to court

To initiate legal proceedings against someone and have the matter resolved in a court of law.
Example: The plaintiff threatened to take the defendant to court unless the issue was settled.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the act of initiating legal action against a specific individual, which can include the role of a plaintiff in a legal dispute.

pursue legal action

To actively seek a legal remedy or resolution through the legal system.
Example: The plaintiff decided to pursue legal action against the negligent party.
Note: This phrase indicates the ongoing effort of a plaintiff in pursuing legal recourse or justice through the legal process.

take legal steps

To follow the necessary legal procedures or actions to address a legal issue.
Example: The plaintiff's attorney advised them to take legal steps to protect their rights.
Note: Taking legal steps involves the procedural actions and decisions made by a plaintiff in response to a legal matter.

Plaintiff everyday (slang) expressions

Sue

Sue is a common slang term for initiating legal action against someone or something.
Example: She decided to sue the company for discrimination.
Note: Sue is a more casual and colloquial way to refer to legal action compared to 'plaintiff.'

Take to court

This phrase is used informally to indicate the act of pursuing a legal case against someone.
Example: The landlord threatened to take her to court if she didn't pay her rent.
Note: It is a more conversational and simplified way to talk about taking legal action compared to 'plaintiff.'

Litigate

Litigate is a term used to describe engaging in a legal proceeding or lawsuit.
Example: They have been litigating over the property dispute for years.
Note: Litigate is a technical and formal term, while 'plaintiff' is more commonly used in legal contexts.

Legal battle

Legal battle refers to a situation where two parties are engaged in a legal dispute or lawsuit.
Example: The two companies are locked in a legal battle over patent infringement.
Note: It is a broader term that encompasses the legal process, whereas 'plaintiff' specifically refers to the party bringing the case.

Lawsuit

A lawsuit is a legal claim or dispute brought to a court for resolution.
Example: She filed a lawsuit against the hospital for medical malpractice.
Note: While 'plaintiff' refers to the party initiating the legal action, 'lawsuit' refers to the legal action itself.

Plaintiff - Examples

The plaintiff filed a lawsuit against the company.
The plaintiff claimed that the defendant breached the contract.
The plaintiff's lawyer presented evidence to support their case.

Plaintiff grammar

Plaintiff - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: plaintiff
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): plaintiffs
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): plaintiff
Syllables, Separation and Stress
plaintiff Contains 2 syllables: plain • tiff
Phonetic transcription: ˈplān-təf
plain tiff , ˈplān təf (The red syllable is stressed)

Plaintiff - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
plaintiff: ~ 2200 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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