contravene
verb (used with object)
to come or be in conflict with; go or act against; deny or oppose.
contravenes
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present tense formof contravene (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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The UN says the system contravenes the humanitarian principles of neutrality, impartiality, and independence.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2025
The UN, which has refused to co-operate with the system, and aid organisations say it contravenes the humanitarian principles of neutrality, impartiality, and independence.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2025
Justice is always served when a court does not allow a defendant to manipulate a federal statute to their advantage in a way that contravenes its purpose.
From Slate ● Sep. 12, 2023
Isabel Rodriguez, the acting government spokesperson, said Spain would not do anything which contravenes the constitution.
From Reuters ● Sep. 11, 2023
As the treaty is continued in force except where it contravenes the provisions of the act, I do not see any difficulty in admitting this interpretation.
From A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 9, part 1: Benjamin Harrison by Benjamin Harrison
