C1noun 2K

Breach

🇬🇧 UK /["/briːtʃ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/briːtʃ/"]/

Meaning of Breach

a failure to do something that must be done by law

In simple words: To break a law or a promise.

Breach in a sentence

• The team was disappointed by the breach of contract that occurred during the negotiations.
• The security breach at the company led to sensitive information being leaked.
• In law, a breach can refer to the violation of a legal duty or obligation.
• The breach in the dam caused widespread flooding in the town below.
• He made a breach in the wall to improve the ventilation in the room.

How to use Breach

Used in legal or formal contexts, often to describe violations of rules or agreements. Avoid in casual conversation unless discussing specific incidents.

Grammar pattern

breach + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'breach' as a 'break' in a wall – something's not supposed to be there.

Related words

Collocations with Breach

• clear
• fundamental
• grave
• constitute
• commit
• remedy
• in breach of
• breach of
• a breach of confidence
• a breach of trust
• (a) breach of confidentiality
• clear
• fundamental
• grave
• constitute
• commit
• remedy
• in breach of
• breach of
• a breach of confidence
• a breach of trust
• (a) breach of confidentiality
• cause
• lead to
• heal
• breach between
• breach with

Synonyms for Breach

• violation
• infraction
• transgression
• infringement
• break

Opposites of Breach

• comply
• adhere
• follow

Common mistakes with Breach

• Confused with 'breach' vs 'breech' (the latter refers to a position in childbirth).
• Using 'breach' as a transitive verb without a direct object.
• Incorrectly applying 'breach' in situations that require other terms like 'break' or 'violate'.

Frequently asked questions about Breach

What does Breach mean?

To break a law or a promise.

What is the definition of Breach?

a failure to do something that must be done by law

How do you use Breach in a sentence?

The team was disappointed by the breach of contract that occurred during the negotiations.

Can you give another example of Breach?

The security breach at the company led to sensitive information being leaked.

What are synonyms for Breach?

Common alternatives include violation, infraction, transgression, infringement, break.

What is the opposite of Breach?

Opposite meanings include comply, adhere, follow.

What words go with Breach?

It commonly pairs with clear, fundamental, grave, constitute, commit, remedy, in breach of, breach of, a breach of confidence, a breach of trust, (a) breach of confidentiality, clear, fundamental, grave, constitute, commit, remedy, in breach of, breach of, a breach of confidence, a breach of trust, (a) breach of confidentiality, cause, lead to, heal, breach between, breach with.

What are common mistakes when using Breach?

Confused with 'breach' vs 'breech' (the latter refers to a position in childbirth). Using 'breach' as a transitive verb without a direct object. Incorrectly applying 'breach' in situations that require other terms like 'break' or 'violate'.

How do you pronounce Breach?

US: /["/briːtʃ/"]/, UK: /["/briːtʃ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Breach?

Used in legal or formal contexts, often to describe violations of rules or agreements. Avoid in casual conversation unless discussing specific incidents.

What CEFR level is Breach?

"Breach" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.