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Violations

Verb / vaɪʌˈleɪʃʌnz / Another word for violations — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Violations are actions that break the rules or laws.

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Common collocations

  • traffic violations
  • security violations
  • privacy violations
  • rule violations
  • patent violations
  • lease violations
  • code violations

Word family

verb violate
adjective violative

Usage note

Often used in legal or regulatory contexts. Can also refer to a breach of personal boundaries or principles.

Example sentences

  1. The police officer issued a violation for speeding.
  2. The company was fined for environmental violations.
  3. The student received a violation for cheating on the test.
  4. There were several violations of human rights in the country.
  5. The restaurant was closed down due to health violations.

Quotes

  • Violations of decorum can also be disastrous. - Marcus Tullius Cicero
  • The first principle of ethical power is Purpose. By purpose, I don't mean a mamby-pamby mission statement, or some ephemeral Core Values statement concocted by an expensive consultant. Purpose is a specific intention - it's a way to focus the energy in a positive direction, and it's the foundation for all decision making. - Dov Seidman
  • The most important thing about Spaceship Earth - an instruction book didn't come with it. - R. Buckminster Fuller

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