Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Violate.
How to pronounce violate:
US
Violate - as a verb
Fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns
Example: "This sentence violates the rules of syntax"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
break11go againstHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
conform toAct in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
Example: "Offend all laws of humanity"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breach13break11go againstinfract12offend13transgress11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disrespect15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Destroy
Example: "Don't violate my garden"
Violate the sacred character of a place or language
Example: "Desecrate a cemetery"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
desecrate12outrage8profane12Force (someone) to have sex against their will
Example: "The woman was raped on her way home at night"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dishonor12dishonour13outrage8ravish12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
assail6attack12set onHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The politician's actions were found to violate ethical standards."
"The students were warned not to violate the university's code of conduct."
"She refused to violate her principles, even under pressure."
"The hackers attempted to violate the privacy of the user's personal information."
"The new legislation would potentially violate citizens' constitutional rights."
Word Game Points
Is VIOLATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, violate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
VIOLATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is VIOLATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, violate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordVIOLATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is VIOLATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, violate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordVIOLATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
