Definition of Contravene

to act against a rule or law

Examples of Contravene in a sentence

Because your actions contravene school policy, you're being suspended for ten days.  🔊

The devout girl refused to contravene her religious beliefs by having sex outside of marriage.  🔊

While the act doesn’t contravene any national or state laws, it does go against my moral principles.  🔊

The inmate’s stash of handmade weapons shows his willingness to contravene prison rules.  🔊

Jane will contravene her punishment by sneaking out of the house.  🔊

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