suing
4 synonyms for suing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — Taking legal action against someone, usually to claim money or force them to do (or stop doing) something.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use suing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
suing for damages
suing someone over
worth suing
Etymology
From Old French suir/sivre, "to follow, pursue," the same root that gives us "pursue" and "ensue" — originally just meant chasing after someone, legally or otherwise.
Full origin of suing →Frequently asked questions
What does “suing” mean?
The word “suing” means taking legal action against someone, usually to claim money or force them to do (or stop doing) something. In plain terms, going to court to make a legal claim against someone.
How do you use “suing” in a sentence?
Here is “suing” used in a sentence: “The homeowners are suing the contractor over the unfinished roof.”
What part of speech is “suing”?
“Suing” is a verb.
Where does the word “suing” come from?
The word “suing” comes from Old French. From Old French suir/sivre, "to follow, pursue," the same root that gives us "pursue" and "ensue" — originally just meant chasing after someone, legally or otherwise.
Is “suing” a common word?
“Suing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
