Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A legal action initiated by one party against another to resolve a dispute or seek a remedy from a court.
Lawsuit
/ˈlɔːsuːt/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Yes, I said lawsuit.
The company faced a lawsuit over trademark infringement.
He filed a lawsuit after the breach of contract.
Etymology:
Originating from Middle English lausuete, derived from Old French lasulte, with roots in Latin placitum, indicating a plea or decision, which evolved over centuries to its current meaning.
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