'Sued for' is a legal term that refers to a legal action taken against someone for an alleged wrong or harm caused. There are a few synonyms for the phrase 'sued for' that are commonly used in legal circles. For instance, someone may be 'taken to court' for an alleged misdeed, accused of 'breach of contract,' or 'prosecuted' for breaking the law. Additionally, someone may be 'summoned' to appear in court or 'charged with' a criminal offense. Regardless of which term is used, all refer to a legal action taken against someone for an alleged wrong, requiring them to appear in court to defend themselves and/or pay damages.