Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
complainant
noun
/kəmˈpleɪnənt/
Definition
A complainant is a person who makes a formal accusation or brings a case against someone else in a legal context.
Examples
- The complainant filed a lawsuit against the company for breach of contract.
- As a complainant, she provided all necessary evidence to support her case.
- The court took the complainant’s testimony very seriously.
Meaning
The term reflects someone who lodges a complaint, often related to grievances or disputes.
Synonyms
- plaintiff
- claimant
- petitioner
