Suing: meaning, definitions and examples

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suing

 

[ suːɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal

To institute legal proceedings against a person or organization, typically for redress.

Synonyms

bringing legal action against, taking legal action against, taking to court

Examples of usage

  • He is suing the company for unfair dismissal.
  • The singer is suing her former manager for fraud.
  • The family is suing the hospital for medical malpractice.

Translations

Translations of the word "suing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 processando judicialmente

🇮🇳 मुकदमा करना

🇩🇪 verklagen

🇮🇩 menggugat

🇺🇦 позов

🇵🇱 pozywanie

🇯🇵 訴訟を起こす

🇫🇷 poursuivre en justice

🇪🇸 demandar

🇹🇷 dava açmak

🇰🇷 소송

🇸🇦 مقاضاة

🇨🇿 žalovat

🇸🇰 žaľovať

🇨🇳 起诉

🇸🇮 tožiti

🇮🇸 að lögsækja

🇰🇿 сотқа беру

🇬🇪 სასამართლოში სარჩელის შეტანა

🇦🇿 məhkəməyə vermək

🇲🇽 demandar

Etymology

The word 'suing' dates back to the late 13th century, derived from the Old French word 'suir', meaning 'to follow', which later evolved to 'suir en justice' meaning 'to go to court'. The concept of suing has been a fundamental part of legal systems throughout history, providing individuals with a means to seek justice and redress for grievances.

See also: ensue, sue.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,064, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.