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TRANSGRESSES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Transgresses.

Transgresses - as a verb

Act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises

Example: "Offend all laws of humanity"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breach13break11go againstinfract12offend13violate10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disrespect15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Spread over land, especially along a subsiding shoreline

Example: "The sea transgresses along the west coast of the island"

Commit a sin; violate a law of god or a moral law

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sin3trespass10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
breach13break11go againstinfract12offend13transgress11violate10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Pass beyond (limits or boundaries)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
overstep13trespass10

Example Sentences

"She transgresses the boundaries of acceptable behavior."
"He often transgresses the rules of the game."
"He transgresses the trust of his friends by spreading rumors."
"She transgresses the limits of good taste with her offensive jokes."
"He transgresses the law by stealing."
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Word Game Points

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

TRANSGRESSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is TRANSGRESSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, transgresses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TRANSGRESSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is TRANSGRESSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, transgresses is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TRANSGRESSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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