violation

Definitions

The action of violating or failing to comply with a law, rule, or agreement.

An act that disregards, encroaches upon, or infringes on someone's rights or privacy.

The desecration or profanation of something sacred or held in high regard.

Examples

The company was fined for a serious violation of safety regulations.

Parking in front of the fire hydrant is a clear violation of city traffic laws.

He felt that the intrusive questions were a violation of his personal privacy.

Synonyms

infringement breach transgression contravention infraction encroachment noncompliance

Antonyms

observance compliance adherence obedience conformity respect fulfillment