contravention

[ kon-truh-ven-shuhn ]

noun

1. an act of contravening; action counter to something; violation or opposition.

Word History and Origins

Origin of contravention¹

1570–80; contravene + -tion; compare Middle French contrevention

Example Sentences

Lebanon's information minister accused Israel of intentionally targeting journalists, in contravention of international law.

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The probe also covered any possible contravention of income tax and exchange control regulations, the prosecutor added.

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An improvement notice is a formal notice issued by an inspector when they believe that a contravention of statutory provisions has occurred or is likely to continue.

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It is expected that the Australian suspect will appear in court at a later date for offences in contravention of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Act 1999.

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The regulator warned repeated contraventions of the relevant part of its code could lead to a sanction.

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Related Words

• breach
• infringement