Appellant

usgb/əˈpelənt/
noun

A person who applies to a higher court for a decision to be reversed.

The appellant argued that the lower court's decision was unjust.
Visual representation of "appellant" - A person who applies to a higher court for a decision to be reversed.

Often appears as...

  • appellant argued
  • appellant claims

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Legal Appeal

Used strictly in legal contexts when seeking a case review by a higher court.

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The appellant sought to overturn the verdict.
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Higher Judgment

Implies belief that a mistake was made in an earlier court decision.

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The appellant was confident the Supreme Court would recognize the error.
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Specific Role

Refers to the person appealing, not the other parties in the case.

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The appellant filed a brief, while the respondent awaited the outcome.
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