breach

Definitions

An act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.

A gap in a wall, barrier, or line of defense, especially one made by an attacking army.

A break in relations or friendly conduct between people or groups.

Examples

The company faced a massive lawsuit after a security breach exposed the personal data of millions of customers.

The heavy storm caused a breach in the levee, leading to widespread flooding in the valley.

By failing to deliver the goods on time, the supplier was found to be in breach of contract.

Synonyms

violation infraction rupture rift break contravention infringement

Antonyms

observance compliance adherence fulfillment closing sealing agreement