English to English
violate
('v/aI//@/,l/eI/t
)
verb (v)
- fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns(verb.stative)Example:
This sentence violates the rules of syntax.
source: wordnet30 - act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises(verb.social)Example:
Violate the basic laws or human civilization.
source: wordnet30 - destroy(verb.contact)Example:
Don't violate my garden.
Violate my privacy.
source: wordnet30 - To treat in a violent manner; to abuse.(verb)source: webster1913