völkerrechtswidrig
Translation
contrary to international law, illegal under international law
Examples
Der Angriff wurde als völkerrechtswidrig verurteilt.
The attack was condemned as contrary to international law.
Diese Handlung ist eindeutig völkerrechtswidrig.
This action is clearly illegal under international law.
Grammar Patterns
((as a predicative adjective)) contrary to international law The action was contrary to international law.
((as an attributive adjective)) contrary to international law an act contrary to international law
Similar Words
Synonyms: illegal; Antonyms: völkerrechtskonform (compliant with intl. law)
Etymology
From 'Völker' (of the peoples) + 'Rechts' (of the law) + 'widrig' (contrary to).
Memory Tips
Break it down: Völker (peoples/nations) + Recht (law) + widrig (against). 'Against the law of nations'.