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

Then in August, it said it had issued 4chan with "a provisional notice of contravention" for failing to comply with two requests for information.

From BBC

After we presented our evidence to Viagogo, it said: "Listings suspected to be in contravention of our policy have been removed from the site."

From BBC

The lawsuit alleges that the changes to Head Start have been made in “blatant contravention” of Congress’ approval of funding for the program.

From Los Angeles Times

The appearance of people in paramilitary-style uniform was in contravention of a ruling by the commission.

From BBC

Many of those in the parade wore paramilitary-style clothing, in contravention of a Parades Commission ruling.

From BBC

Related Words

• breach 
• infringement