Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
libelee
Noun
/ˈlɪb.ɪ.liː/
Definition
A person against whom a petition or complaint is made in a libel case.
Examples
- The libelee was quick to respond to the allegations in court.
- In the recent case, the libelee provided substantial evidence to support their innocence.
- The lawyer advised the libelee to gather testimonials from character witnesses.
Meaning
In legal terms, a libelee is typically a defendant in a case where someone is accused of libel, which involves making a false statement in a written form that injures someone’s reputation.
Synonyms
- defendant
- accused
- respondent
