Cool MateMeaning of Violate
to go against or refuse to obey a law, an agreement, etc.
In simple words: To break a law or rule.
Violate in a sentence
- to violate international law
- They have flagrantly violated the treaty.
- The directive violates fundamental human rights.
- She accused the press photographers of violating her privacy.
- The peace of the island community had been brutally violated.
- The peace of this island community has been repeatedly violated.
- Their voices sounded shrill and incongruous, violating the silence.
- to violate a grave
- He had drugged her and then violated her.
How to use Violate
Use 'violate' in formal situations, such as legal or academic contexts. Avoid in casual conversations, where 'break' might be more appropriate.
Grammar pattern
violate + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'violin' — imagine a violin breaking a music rule.
Related words
Collocations with Violate
Synonyms for Violate
- flout
Common mistakes with Violate
- Confused with 'infringe' — may use them interchangeably.
- Incorrectly use 'violate' without an object, such as saying 'he violates.'
- Use 'violate' in non-formal settings where simpler words suffice.
Violate appears in
Violate in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يخالف، ينتهك
أن تكسر قانونًا أو قاعدة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
লঙ্ঘন করা, অমান্য করা
আইন বা নিয়ম ভাঙা।
- GermanDeutsch
verletzen, verstoßen gegen
Ein Gesetz oder eine Regel brechen.
- SpanishEspañol
Violar, infringir, quebrantar
Romper una ley o regla.
- Persianفارسی
نقض کردن
قانون یا قاعدهای را شکستن.
- FrenchFrançais
Violer
Casser une loi ou une règle.
- Hindiहिन्दी
उल्लंघन करना
किसी कानून या नियम को तोड़ना।
- ItalianItaliano
Violare
Rompere una legge o una regola.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Violar, transgredir, infringir
Quebrar uma lei ou regra.
- RussianРусский
нарушать, попирать, насиловать
Нарушать закон или правило.
- Urduاردو
خلاف ورزی کردن، پامال کردن، تجاوز کردن
قانون یا قاعدے کو توڑنا۔
- Chinese中文
违反, 侵犯, 违背
违反法律或规则。
More words like Violate
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
People also search for
- Violate meaning
- meaning of Violate
- Violate definition
- define Violate
- what does Violate mean
- Violate means
- how to use Violate
Frequently asked questions about Violate
What does Violate mean?
To break a law or rule.
What is the definition of Violate?
to go against or refuse to obey a law, an agreement, etc.
How do you use Violate in a sentence?
to violate international law
Can you give another example of Violate?
They have flagrantly violated the treaty.
What are synonyms for Violate?
Common alternatives include flout.
What is the opposite of Violate?
Opposite meanings include obey, follow, comply.
What words go with Violate?
It commonly pairs with blatantly, flagrantly, clearly, blatantly, flagrantly, clearly, blatantly, flagrantly, clearly.
What are common mistakes when using Violate?
Confused with 'infringe' — may use them interchangeably. Incorrectly use 'violate' without an object, such as saying 'he violates.' Use 'violate' in non-formal settings where simpler words suffice.
How do you pronounce Violate?
US: /["/ˈvaɪəleɪt/","/ˈvaɪəleɪts/","/ˈvaɪəleɪtɪd/","/ˈvaɪəleɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈvaɪəleɪt/","/ˈvaɪəleɪts/","/ˈvaɪəleɪtɪd/","/ˈvaɪəleɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Violate formal or informal?
"Violate" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Violate?
Use 'violate' in formal situations, such as legal or academic contexts. Avoid in casual conversations, where 'break' might be more appropriate.
What CEFR level is Violate?
"Violate" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.