demurrer

/dɪˈmʊərər/

Definitions

1. noun

a formal objection or protest, especially in law, that a claim or charge is invalid or cannot be proven

“The lawyer filed a demurrer to challenge the validity of the evidence presented in court.”

2. verb

to raise a formal objection or protest, especially in law, to a claim or charge

“The company demurred to the lawsuit, claiming that the plaintiff had insufficient evidence.”

Synonyms

  • appeal
  • objection
  • protest

Antonyms

  • acquiescence
  • endorsement