Synonyms for

Plaintiffs

Verb / ˈpleɪntɪfs / / ˈpleɪnɪfs / Another word for plaintiffs — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Plaintiffs are the people or group who bring a case against someone in a court of law.

Synonyms & similar words

defendant complainant plaintiff complainants petitioners accusers litigants sues claimants prosecutors applicants disputants opponents

Synonyms by register

Formal

claimant prosecutor petitioner

Antonyms

defendant accused respondent accused party litigant against

Common collocations

  • lead plaintiffs
  • class plaintiffs
  • named plaintiffs
  • original plaintiffs
  • plaintiffs' attorneys
  • plaintiffs' counsel
  • plaintiffs' case

Word family

noun plaintiff
verb plaintiff
adjective plaintiff
adverb plaintiff

Usage note

A plaintiff is the party who brings a case to court. The antonym is typically 'defendant' or 'respondent'.

Example sentences

  1. The plaintiffs accused the company of selling a faulty product.
  2. The plaintiffs were awarded a large sum of money as compensation.
  3. The plaintiffs' lawyer argued that his clients had suffered significant harm.
  4. The plaintiffs had to provide evidence to support their case in court.
  5. The plaintiffs filed a lawsuit against the negligent driver.

Quotes

  • The best thing about being a plaintiff is that you're the only one who gets to talk. - Don Henley
  • The plaintiff in the lawsuit is always the one under the microscope. - Greta Van Susteren
  • Justice delayed is justice denied, and for the plaintiffs in this case, justice has been denied for far too long. - Al Franken

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