infraction
Translation
infraction, violation, breach
Examples
It was a minor infraction of the rules.
It was a minor infraction of the rules.
He was fined for the infraction.
He was fined for the infraction.
Grammar Patterns
((an infraction)) ((of sth.)) a violation of a rule or law A speeding ticket is an infraction of traffic laws.
Similar Words
Synonyms: violation, breach, transgression; Antonyms: observance, compliance
Etymology
From Latin 'infringere' (to break), from 'in-' (in) + 'frangere' (to break).
Memory Tips
Think of it as causing a 'fraction' or a 'break' in the rules.