Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grievant
noun
/ˈɡriːvənt/
Definition
A person who brings a grievance, particularly in a legal or formal context.
Examples
- The grievant filed a claim against the company for unfair dismissal.
- The union represented the grievant in the arbitration process.
- During the hearing, the grievant outlined the issues they had faced in the workplace.
Meaning
The term ‘grievant’ refers to someone who has a complaint or is seeking redress for a perceived injustice or wrong.
Synonyms
- complainant
- plaintiff
- claimant
- litigant
