Definitions

litigation

[lit-i-gey-shuhn] / ˌlɪt ɪˈgeɪ ʃən /

NOUN

matter coming before court of law

Synonyms

STRONGEST

action case dispute lawsuit process prosecution suit trial

STRONG

cause contention

Example Sentences

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Regulation and litigation risks have also resulted in more companies staying private longer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

A spokesperson previously said the district does not comment on ongoing litigation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

“The volume of IUL litigation has increased dramatically in recent years,” the company said in this statement.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

He is trying to rebuild his relationships within the Royal Family, and Buckingham Palace does not like litigation.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

The additional prison conditions litigation meant a lot of long-distance driving and extremely long hours.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson