Contravention (Noun)
Meaning
Coming into conflict with.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The introduction of stricter regulations resulted in a contravention of the company's standard practices.
- The union's demands for better working conditions were seen as a contravention of the existing employment contract.
- The new policy was in direct contravention of the principles of fair trade that the organization had long advocated for.
- The company's emissions exceeded the permissible limits, resulting in a contravention of environmental regulations.
- The law enforcement agency's actions were deemed a contravention of the rights guaranteed by the constitution.