Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
litigant
noun
/ˈlɪtɪɡənt/
Definition
A person involved in a lawsuit.
Examples
- The litigant presented new evidence to support their case.
- In the courtroom, each litigant had the right to a fair trial.
- Both sides of the dispute were represented by experienced litigants.
Meaning
Litigants are parties who are engaged in legal proceedings, either as plaintiffs who initiate the case or as defendants who are being accused.
Synonyms
- party
- claimant
- defendant
- plaintiff
