Litigate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlɪtɪɡeɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Litigate is a verb meaning (intransitive, construed with on) To go to law; to carry on a lawsuit.
Meaning
(intransitive, construed with on) To go to law; to carry on a lawsuit.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To contest in law.
- (transitive, transferred sense) To dispute; to fight over.
Example Sentences
you can't keep litigating this same point!
Ain't got no place to lay your head / Somebody came and took your bed / Don't worry, be happy / The landlord say your rent is late / He may have to litigate
Word Forms
- litigates
- litigating
- litigated
Synonyms for litigate
Depending on context, synonyms include process, sue.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sue, process, plead, advocate, submit, challenge.
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