C1nounformallawsociety
US/ˌvaɪ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌvaɪ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/
an act of breaking a law, rule or agreement
In context
Parking here is a violation of city rules and can cost you a fine.
The company was fined for repeated safety violations at its factory.
Reading her private messages would be a violation of her trust.
Words that go with violation
noun + preposition
- violation ofThis is a clear violation of the contract.
- in violation ofThe plan is in violation of international law.
noun + noun
- human rights violationThe report lists many human rights violations.
- traffic violationHe got a ticket for a traffic violation.
- safety violationThe inspector found three safety violations.
adjective + noun
- serious violationCheating is a serious violation of exam rules.
verb + noun
- report a violationEmployees must report any violation of the code of conduct.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
violation to the lawCorrect: violation of the law