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Grade 8
(plain-tiff) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. a person who brings a lawsuit against another.

Example Sentence

Mr. Jones was the plaintiff in the court case.

More Example Sentences

A plaintiff files papers in court.

Synonyms

complainant; suer; litigant

Antonyms

defendant

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plaintiff
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Rhymes

  • plaintiff
  • plaintiff
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