claimant (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkleɪmənt/

Definition

A person who makes a claim, especially in a lawsuit or for a legal right or benefit.

Examples

• The claimant sought compensation for damages incurred during the accident.

• The insurance company reviewed the documents submitted by the claimant.

• As the claimant, she had to present her evidence clearly to the judge.

How to Use claimant

claimant for (prepositional phrase)

A person making a claim for a specific item or benefit. — "She was a claimant for unemployment benefits after losing her job."

claimant against (prepositional phrase)

A person making a claim in opposition to another party. — "The company was the claimant against the former employee for breach of contract."

Synonyms of claimant

Words with a similar meaning to claimant:

• applicant
• petitioner
• litigant
• plaintiff

Antonyms of claimant

Words with the opposite meaning to claimant:

• defendant
• respondent

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