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Meaning & Definition of Infraction in English

English

Infraction

Pronunciation:

/ɪnˈfrækʃən/

Part of Speech:

noun

Plural:

infractions

Meaning and Definition of Infraction

1. Primary Definition

A violation or breaking of a rule or law.

2. Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: A minor violation or breach of a law or regulation.

    Example Sentence: The parking ticket was issued for a small infraction.

  • Definition: An act of infringing or violating a law or duty.

    Example Sentence: The committee reviewed all allegations of infraction against the ethical guidelines.

Etymology

Origin: Latin 'infra' meaning 'below' and 'frangere' meaning 'to break'.

Synonyms

violation | breach | transgression | offense | misdeed

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • traffic infraction: A violation of traffic laws, typically minor.
  • minor infraction: A small or trivial violation of rules or laws.

Translations

  • Spanish: infracción
  • French: infraction
  • German: Verstoß
  • Russian: нарушение

Related Words

  • violation: The act of breaking or failing to comply with a rule or law.
  • offense: An illegal act; a wrongdoing.

Slang Meanings of infraction

  • Meaning: A small slip-up or mistake that doesn't have serious consequences.

    Example Sentence: Getting caught without a seatbelt is just a little infraction, no big deal.

  • Meaning: A minor error or misstep in judgment.

    Example Sentence: He brushed it off as a mere infraction during his presentation.