INFRACT Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

infraction

noun

in-ˈfrak-shən $How to pronounce infraction (audio)$

as in violation

a failure to uphold the requirements of law, duty, or obligation speeding is only a minor infraction, but vehicular homicide is a serious felony

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Recent Examples of infraction Beyond speeding tickets and traffic infractions, Caleb Flynn doesn't have a criminal history. —

Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 21 Feb. 2026 Only upon Gates’ appeal of the initial foul call was the infraction upgraded to a flagrant 1 offense. —

Kansas City Star, 19 Feb. 2026 Andrew Sanders, 40, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, assault and obstructing a peace officer, all misdemeanors, as well as careless driving and failing to stay in one lane, both traffic infractions. —

Katie Langford, Denver Post, 18 Feb. 2026 In the days after the incident, Canada's Rachel Homan and Team GB's Bobby Lammie both had stones removed from play for similar infractions. —

Seth Doane, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for infraction

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Peters was found guilty of three counts of attempting to influence a public servant and one count each of conspiracy to commit criminal impersonation, first-degree official misconduct, violation of duty and failure to comply with the requirements of the secretary of state.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Mar. 2026
Passengers who get banned from travel or booted off the plane for this violation may be eligible for a refund upon request, United adds.

— Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 6 Mar. 2026