infringement
Translation
violation, breach
Examples
This is a clear infringement of copyright.
This is a clear infringement of copyright.
He sued them for patent infringement.
He sued them for patent infringement.
Grammar Patterns
((an infringement of sth.)) an act that breaks a law or right This is a clear infringement of copyright.
Similar Words
Synonyms: violation, breach, contravention; Antonyms: compliance, observance
Etymology
From the verb 'infringe' + the noun-forming suffix '-ment'.
Memory Tips
The noun form of the verb 'to infringe'. The '-ment' suffix turns the action into a thing.