in violation of

Definitions

Acting in a way that breaks or fails to comply with a specific law, rule, or agreement.

Being in a state of non-compliance with established regulations or standards.

Examples

The company was fined for operating in violation of local environmental regulations.

He was dismissed from his position for acting in violation of the company's code of conduct.

The construction project was halted because it was found to be in violation of zoning laws.

Synonyms

in breach of contrary to infringing transgressing in defiance of noncompliant with in contravention of

Antonyms

in compliance with in accordance with observing adhering to following in conformity with abiding by