INFRINGEMENT Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

infringement

noun

in-ˈfrinj-mənt

as in violation

a failure to uphold the requirements of law, duty, or obligation any government action limiting freedom of speech is an infringement of the U.S. Constitution

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Recent Examples of infringement Late last year, Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group signed major licensing deals with the AI music studios Stability AI and Udio — with both music labels settling their copyright infringement lawsuits against Udio. —

Angela Yang, NBC news, 4 Mar. 2026 Rouhani criticized it as an infringement on Iranians' political participation. —

ABC News, 2 Mar. 2026 Officially, Buc-ee's is suing IP Holdings for trademark infringement and unfair competition. —

Rhyma Castillo, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Feb. 2026 Buc-ee's is suing for trademark infringement and unfair competition. —

Greta Cross, USA Today, 25 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for infringement

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violation

Noun

Maricopa County health inspectors cited nine metro Phoenix gas stations and markets for several priority food safety violations during the week of March 2.

— Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 19 Mar. 2026
By Rachel Smith Environmental groups said the state of Colorado is not doing enough to stop ongoing pollution violations from the Suncor refinery.

— Rachel Smith, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026