Synonyms for

Breaching

Verb / ˈbri:tʃɪŋ / Another word for breaching — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of breaking through or violating a rule or agreement.

Synonyms & similar words

goagainst break keep gap violate offend transgress infract breach breaking violating trespassing transgressing infringing disregarding defying flouting contravening overstepping usurping penetrating invading intruding encroaching forcing opening cracking splitting rupturing

Example sentences

  1. The burglar was caught breaching into the house.
  2. The company was fined for breaching environmental regulations.
  3. The athlete was able to breach the finish line in record time.
  4. The dam was breached during the storm.
  5. The hacker was able to breach the company's security system.

Quotes

  • 'You cannot breach the distance between us,' he said, and she wondered if he was talking about more than miles. - Sarah Addison Allen, The Peach Keeper
  • 'We have a breach in security.' I love that phrase. It's so professional and understated. It's like saying, 'Excuse me, sir. We have a small issue. Someone appears to have completely violated our security measures. Would you mind terribly coming with me while we attempt to minimize the damage and determine how it was done?' - Robin Benway, Also Known As
  • The man who fears losing has already lost. Breach of conduct is a symptom of fear. - Vernon Howard

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