Violation

Meaning

the action of violating someone or something; the action of breaking or failing to comply with a rule or formal agreement

The act of breaking or disregarding a law, rule, or agreement.

Example Sentences

The company was fined for violation of environmental regulations.

Driving without a license is a violation of the law.

Example Expressions

in violation of

Synonyms

breach, infringement, transgression, contravention, offense, misconduct

Entry 1

breach, infringement, transgression, contravention

Entry 2

breach, infringement, offense, transgression, misconduct

Antonyms

compliance, observance, adherence, obedience

Entry 1

compliance, observance, adherence

Entry 2

compliance, obedience, adherence

Collocations

traffic violation, human rights violation, rule violation, serious violation, law violation, violation of rules

Entry 1

traffic violation, human rights violation, rule violation

Entry 2

serious violation, law violation, human rights violation, violation of rules