to litigate
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British pronunciation
/lˈɪtɪɡˌe‍ɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "litigate"

to litigate
01

to initiate legal action against another party or person

Intransitive
to litigate definition and meaning
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The company decided to litigate after the breach of contract.
He chose to litigate rather than settle the matter out of court.
02

to actively participate in legal proceedings, such as engaging in a legal debate within a court of law

Transitive: to litigate a case
Intransitive: to litigate against sb
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The company chose to litigate the breach of contract rather than pursuing alternative dispute resolution methods.
She decided to litigate against her former employer for discrimination after attempts at mediation failed to yield a resolution.
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