English Word · Advanced
lawsuit
a case brought before a court
Pronunciation: LAW-soot
Meaning
A legal claim that one person or organization brings against another in court.
Example
The company settled the lawsuit before the trial began.
The company settled the court case before the trial began.
Practice tips
- Practice lawsuit out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.