Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
countersue
verb
/ˈkaʊn.tər.suː/
Definition
To bring a lawsuit against someone who has previously filed a lawsuit against you.
Examples
- After being sued for breach of contract, the company decided to countersue for damages.
- She chose to countersue her neighbor for the damage caused by the flooding.
Meaning
Countersuing is a legal action taken by a defendant against a plaintiff in response to the initial lawsuit, often involving claims that counter the original allegations.
Synonyms
- counterclaim
- reclaim
- respond in kind