Contravention

/ˌkɒn.trəˈvɛn.ʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of violating a law, rule, or agreement.

The company faced fines for contravention of environmental regulations.

a violation or breach of a principle or idea.

Her actions were a contravention of the ethical guidelines established by the organization.

an instance of breaking a law or rule.

There were several contraventions reported during the inspection of the construction site.

Latin contraventio, from contravenire 'to come against'.

in contravention of

Opposing or violating (a law, rule, etc.)

contravention notice

A formal notification regarding a breach of law or regulation.

act in contravention

To behave in a way that is against a specific law or rule.

contravene

To violate or act against a law or agreement.

contrary

Opposed or contrary in nature, condition, or direction.

breach

An act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.

Break the rules

He always finds a way to contravene the school dress code.

Cross the line

Her actions really contravened what was acceptable behavior.