B2nounformallawtechnology
US/ɪnˈfrɪndʒ.mənt/
UK/ɪnˈfrɪndʒ.mənt/
an action that breaks a law or rule, or that limits someone's rights or freedom
In context
Using someone else's photos without permission may be a copyright infringement.
Many people see the new security cameras as an infringement of their privacy.
The company was fined for a minor infringement of safety rules.
Words that go with infringement
noun + noun
- copyright infringementThe website was shut down for copyright infringement.
- patent infringementThe phone maker was sued for patent infringement.
- trademark infringementThe shoe brand accused the small shop of trademark infringement.
noun + preposition
- infringement ofThis is a clear infringement of human rights.
- infringement onCritics called the law an infringement on free speech.
adjective + noun
- minor infringementA minor infringement of the rules usually leads to a warning.
- alleged infringementThe court will look into the alleged infringement next month.