Infringe
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈfɹɪnd͡ʒ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Infringe is a verb meaning (transitive) To break or violate a treaty, a law, a right, etc.
Meaning
(transitive) To break or violate a treaty, a law, a right, etc.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To break in or encroach on something.
- (transitive, dated) To furnish or embellish with a fringe.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: flout
Near-synonym: impinge
infringing on my personal freedom
A well regulated Militia, being neceſsary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
Word Forms
- infringes
- infringing
- infringed
Synonyms for infringe
Depending on context, synonyms include flout, impinge, conflict, contravene, encroach.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include contravene, encroach, conflict, impinge, violate, violation.
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