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VIOLATES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Violates.

How to pronounce violates:

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Violates - as a verb

Fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns

Example: "This sentence violates the rules of syntax"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakgo against
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
conform to

Act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises

Example: "Offend all laws of humanity"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breachbreakgo againstinfractoffendtransgress
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disrespect
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Destroy

Example: "Don't violate my garden"

Violate the sacred character of a place or language

Example: "Desecrate a cemetery"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
desecrateoutrageprofane

Force (someone) to have sex against their will

Example: "The woman was raped on her way home at night"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dishonordishonouroutrageravish
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
assailattackset on
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Destroy and strip of its possession

Example: "The soldiers raped the beautiful country"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
despoilplunderspoil

Example Sentences

"He violates the terms and conditions of the contract by sharing confidential information."
"The company violates labor laws by refusing to pay overtime to its employees."
"The coach violates the rules of the game by allowing an ineligible player to compete."
"She violates ethical guidelines by accepting bribes from clients."
"The politician violates the constitution by restricting freedom of speech."
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Word Game Points

Is VIOLATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, violates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

VIOLATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is VIOLATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, violates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
VIOLATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is VIOLATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, violates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
VIOLATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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