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Litigate
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Simple meaning
What does Litigate mean?
Litigate means to settle a dispute in court.
Dictionary definition
To take a disagreement to court so it can be officially decided.
Example sentences
Litigate in a sentence
easy
The companies chose not to litigate.
medium
The lesson explained that people may litigate when other solutions fail.
hard
The article described how mediation can sometimes help people avoid the need to litigate.
Synonyms
Words like Litigate
contestTo contest can mean to challenge or dispute something.
sueTo sue means to make a legal claim in court.
Antonyms
Opposite words
settleTo settle can mean to resolve a disagreement without continuing court action.
agreeTo agree means to reach the same view or decision.
Word family
Litigate word family
Base word
litigate
verb
litigate
Base form.
verb
litigates
Takes a dispute to court now or often.
verb
litigated
Took a dispute to court in the past.
noun
litigation
The process of handling a legal dispute in court.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does litigate mean?
Litigate means to settle a dispute in court.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to litigate?
Litigate and contest can both involve challenging a disagreement.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym or strong contrast for litigate?
Settle is a contrast when a dispute is resolved without continuing court action.
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