Attorney

Pronunciation: /əˈtɜrni/

Definitions of attorney

noun A person, typically a lawyer, appointed to act for another in business or legal matters.

Example Sentences

A1 My attorney helped me with my legal paperwork.

A2 The attorney advised the client on their options for the case.

B1 The attorney presented a strong argument in court.

B2 The attorney negotiated a settlement on behalf of their client.

C1 The attorney specializes in corporate law and mergers.

C2 The attorney's reputation as a litigator is well-known in legal circles.

Examples of attorney in a Sentence

formal The attorney provided legal counsel to the defendant during the trial.

informal I hired an attorney to help me with my divorce.

slang My attorney is a real shark in the courtroom.

figurative The attorney's words were like a shield, protecting her client from harm.

Grammatical Forms of attorney

• past tense: attorneyed
• plural: attorneys
• comparative: more attorney
• superlative: most attorney
• present tense: attorneys
• future tense: will attorney
• perfect tense: have attorneyed
• continuous tense: is attorneying
• singular: attorney
• positive degree: attorney
• infinitive: to attorney
• gerund: attorneying
• participle: attorneyed

Origin and Evolution of attorney

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Old French/Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'attorney' originated from the Old French word 'atorne', which was derived from the Latin word 'attornatus' meaning 'appointed'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a person appointed to act on behalf of another in legal matters, the term 'attorney' has evolved to commonly denote a legal professional who represents clients in court or advises them on legal matters.