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CONTRAVENING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Contravening.

Contravening - as a verb

Go against, as of rules and laws

Example: "He ran afoul of the law"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conflict15infringe12run afoul

Deny the truth of

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contradict15negate7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
differ13disagree10dissent8take issue
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"His actions were contravening the rules of the organization."
"The company was fined for contravening safety regulations."
"The suspect is charged with contravening the law."
"She was accused of contravening the terms of her contract."
"The politician was found guilty of contravening ethical guidelines."
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Word Game Points

Is CONTRAVENING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contravening is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONTRAVENING has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is CONTRAVENING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contravening is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONTRAVENING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is CONTRAVENING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contravening is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONTRAVENING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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