From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The plaintiff was dissatisfied with the decision of the court.
- solicitor
- accused
-
complainant
- respondent
The correct answer is: C
Explanation
The word "plaintiff" refers to someone who brings a case to court because they are dissatisfied with a situation and are seeking a remedy. In this context, "complainant" is the most appropriate synonym, as it also refers to someone who files a complaint or grievance.