violation
Translation
violation, breach, infringement
Examples
This is a clear violation of the rules.
This is a clear violation of the rules.
He was fined for a traffic violation.
He was fined for a traffic violation.
Grammar Patterns
((a violation of sth.)) an action that breaks a law, agreement, etc. This is a clear violation of the rules.
Similar Words
Synonyms: breach, infringement, offense; Antonyms: observance, compliance
Etymology
From Latin 'violatio', from 'violare'. The suffix '-tion' makes it a noun.
Memory Tips
A 'violation' is the *act* of 'violating' something. Notice the noun suffix '-tion'.