Contravention
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkɒntɹəˈvɛntʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Contravention is a noun meaning The act of contravening (a rule, regulation, law, or order) or of not fulfilling (an obligation, promise, or agreement).
Meaning
The act of contravening (a rule, regulation, law, or order) or of not fulfilling (an obligation, promise, or agreement).
Example Sentences
Their contravention of the treaty increased international tensions.
[…]and the Royal Navy's officers, sometimes in direct contravention of their orders, decided that they would board and capture any slaver they came across, regardless of whatever flag they flew[…]
Word Forms
- contraventions
Synonyms for contravention
Depending on context, synonyms include opposition, obstruction, transgression, violation, dispute.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dispute, infringement, crime, contravene, violator, violate.
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