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Meaning of Injunction

In simple words: A legal order to stop someone from doing something.

Injunction in a sentence

  • The court issued an injunction to stop the construction immediately.
  • An injunction was filed to prevent the company from polluting the river.
  • Violating the injunction could result in significant fines.
  • They obtained an injunction against their neighbor's noisy party.
  • The injunction was granted to maintain public safety during the event.

How to use Injunction

Used mainly in legal contexts. It's formal and not suitable for casual conversations. Common in court or legal documents.

Grammar pattern

use + object

Memory hint

Injunction sounds like 'in-junction', imagine a train track junction stopping a train.

Related words

Collocations with Injunction

  • file an injunction
  • violate an injunction
  • obtain an injunction
  • grant an injunction
  • issue an injunction

Synonyms for Injunction

Common mistakes with Injunction

  • Confused with 'interjection', which is unrelated.
  • Used incorrectly as a verb; 'injunction' is a noun.
  • Misunderstood as only a restriction; it can also allow certain actions.

Compare Injunction with Order, Command, Restraint

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Frequently asked questions about Injunction

What does Injunction mean?

A legal order to stop someone from doing something.

What is the definition of Injunction?

A legal order to refrain from performing a specific action.

How do you use Injunction in a sentence?

The court issued an injunction to stop the construction immediately.

Can you give another example of Injunction?

An injunction was filed to prevent the company from polluting the river.

What are synonyms for Injunction?

Common alternatives include order, command, prohibition, directive, restraint.

What words go with Injunction?

It commonly pairs with file an injunction, violate an injunction, obtain an injunction, grant an injunction, issue an injunction.

What are common mistakes when using Injunction?

Confused with 'interjection', which is unrelated. Used incorrectly as a verb; 'injunction' is a noun. Misunderstood as only a restriction; it can also allow certain actions.

How do you pronounce Injunction?

US: //ɪnˈdʒʌŋkʃən//, UK: //ɪnˈdʒʌŋkʃən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Injunction formal or informal?

"Injunction" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Injunction?

Used mainly in legal contexts. It's formal and not suitable for casual conversations. Common in court or legal documents.