1
as in crimes
a breaking of a moral or legal code
in colonial times blasphemy was considered a serious civil violation that merited harsh punishment
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in infringements
a failure to uphold the requirements of law, duty, or obligation
a military action that must be regarded as a violation of the treaty
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in rapes
the act of forcing a person to engage in sexual activity and especially intercourse
war crimes include the violation of civilians
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of violations
Felicia Anderson, 39, is wanted on a half-dozen criminal counts, including first-degree assault, second-degree assault and weapons violations.
—
Alexa Ashwell, Baltimore Sun, 1 May 2026
In addition to stalking and domestic violence crimes, the companies must also act in cases that involve violations of protective orders in stalking cases.
—Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 1 May 2026
Both sides claimed to have carried out their attacks in response to ceasefire violations by the other.
—May 1, CBS News, 1 May 2026
The investigation also found that when drivers tried to fight the violations, they were stuck in limbo waiting for a court date that never came.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
Two controversies surrounding Canadian winter sports teams in early 2026 involve allegations of rule violations in curling and competition manipulation in skeleton.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
Super speeders — otherwise known as repeat offenders who've stacked up traffic violations but are still able to drive in NYC — can prove dangerous to bikers, pedestrians and other drivers alike.
—Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Following a one-month warning period, those violations occurred between April 2 and 27 along the I-25 stretch between Berthoud and Mead, a highway construction work zone, according to CDOT records.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 1 May 2026
Red-light cameras generate municipal revenue by capturing traffic violations, for which drivers are then fined.
—Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Alexa Ashwell, Baltimore Sun, 1 May 2026
In addition to stalking and domestic violence crimes, the companies must also act in cases that involve violations of protective orders in stalking cases.
—Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 1 May 2026
Both sides claimed to have carried out their attacks in response to ceasefire violations by the other.
—May 1, CBS News, 1 May 2026
The investigation also found that when drivers tried to fight the violations, they were stuck in limbo waiting for a court date that never came.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
Two controversies surrounding Canadian winter sports teams in early 2026 involve allegations of rule violations in curling and competition manipulation in skeleton.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
Super speeders — otherwise known as repeat offenders who've stacked up traffic violations but are still able to drive in NYC — can prove dangerous to bikers, pedestrians and other drivers alike.
—Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Following a one-month warning period, those violations occurred between April 2 and 27 along the I-25 stretch between Berthoud and Mead, a highway construction work zone, according to CDOT records.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 1 May 2026
Red-light cameras generate municipal revenue by capturing traffic violations, for which drivers are then fined.
—Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for violations
Noun
-
In addition to stalking and domestic violence crimes, the companies must also act in cases that involve violations of protective orders in stalking cases.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
1 May 2026
-
Nevertheless, things aren’t looking good for Ohm, and that’s before Mal arrives the next day to destroy any evidence of his crimes.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
Noun
-
Montana led the nation in passing legislation that limits infringements on the ability of any resident to make full use of AI and related technologies.—
Neil Chilson,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
-
The framework now chosen must address significant constitutional and European legal concerns and avoid serious infringements on entrepreneurial freedom of decision-making, program design and supply.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Nor does your letter mention the countless rapes and massacres carried out by Hamas on that day.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Apr. 2026
-
During her nine-month-long abduction at age 14, Smart was subjected to daily rapes and endured physical abuse and starvation.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
There are worse sins in the world.—
Joshua Rothkopf,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
-
Believers confess their sins to a priest, receive spiritual guidance and absolution and typically are required to make an act of contrition like saying specific prayers.—
Corky Siemaszko,
NBC news,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
Ukrainian civilians have endured relentless air assaults since Russia invaded their country more than four years ago.—
Samya Kullab,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
-
Ukrainian civilians have endured relentless air assaults since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of its neighbor more than four years ago.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Violations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/violations. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
