Meaning & Definition of word "Sue"

Sue

/suː/

1. To initiate a legal action against someone.
- Example: She decided to sue the company for wrongful termination.
2. To seek a remedy in court against someone for a wrong.
- Example: He plans to sue his neighbor over property damage.
3. To ask for something in a formal or legal manner.
- Example: They decided to sue for peace after the lengthy conflict.

Middle English 'suen', from Old French 'suer', from Latin 'sequi', meaning 'to follow'.

sue for damages:

To take legal action to claim compensation for loss or injury.

sue someone for something:

To initiate legal proceedings against someone for a specific claim.

lawsuit:

A legal action in which a person or group sues another for a remedy.

litigation:

The process of taking legal action.

Meaning: Sue

Example Sentence: He's really ready to sue after that accident.

Meaning: Suing for peace

Example Sentence: After all the arguments, she felt like suing for peace.