Definition of “Violate”

Violate (verb):

1. To Breach or Contravene: To break or disregard a law, rule, or agreement.
   • Example: He was fined for violating traffic regulations.
2. To Infringe Upon: To encroach upon someone’s rights or personal space in a way that is disrespectful or illegal.
   • Example: The unauthorized surveillance violates privacy rights.
3. To Disrupt or Disturb: To disturb or interfere with something in a way that is damaging or inappropriate.
   • Example: The loud noise violated the peace of the neighborhood.

Prepositions Used Before or After “Violate”

• “Violate” is often used with prepositions like “of,” “by,” and “against”:
  • Example: “Violate of,” “Violate by,” “Violate against.”

Collocations with “Violate”

• Violate a law: To break or disregard a legal rule.
• Violate a rule: To fail to adhere to an established guideline or regulation.
• Violate rights: To infringe upon someone’s personal or legal rights.
• Violate a policy: To contravene an organizational or institutional policy.
• Violate privacy: To infringe upon someone’s personal privacy.

Example Sentences

1. He was charged with violating the terms of his probation.
2. The company was sued for violating environmental regulations.
3. The unauthorized access violated the security protocols.
4. Her actions were seen as violating the company’s code of conduct.
5. They were fined for violating zoning laws.
6. The new policy is designed to prevent violating user privacy.
7. The protest was deemed as violating local assembly laws.
8. The hacker violated the network’s security.
9. His behavior was considered violating the ethical standards of the profession.
10. The contract was breached when they violated its terms.
11. The use of that software without a license violates copyright laws.
12. She felt her personal space was violated during the crowded event.
13. The company’s actions were in violation of labor laws.
14. They argued that the new policy violates their constitutional rights.
15. The surveillance was ruled as violating privacy rights.
16. The defendant was accused of violating the restraining order.
17. His remarks were seen as violating the decorum of the meeting.
18. The research study was criticized for violating ethical standards.
19. The loud music was violating the neighborhood noise ordinances.
20. The unauthorized use of data violates privacy regulations.
21. The organization was found to violate international trade agreements.
22. The company’s disregard for safety procedures violated workplace regulations.
23. His conduct was violating the terms of the lease agreement.
24. The protestors were arrested for violating curfew laws.
25. The software was deemed illegal for violating licensing agreements.
26. The company’s decision was challenged as violating fair competition laws.
27. The breach of contract was a serious violation of business ethics.
28. Her actions violated the trust placed in her by the team.
29. The government’s actions were seen as violating human rights.
30. The new rule was introduced to prevent violations of personal privacy.
31. The excessive data collection was violating user consent policies.
32. The unauthorized publication violated the confidentiality agreement.
33. The terms of service were updated to prevent violations of user rights.
34. The contractor was penalized for violating safety standards.
35. The documentary was accused of violating the subject’s privacy.
36. The lease agreement includes clauses to prevent violations.
37. The report highlighted instances where regulations were violated.
38. The policy aims to deter violations of ethical behavior.
39. The unauthorized access violated the terms of the security agreement.
40. The employee’s actions were deemed as violating company policies.
41. The organization faced backlash for violating environmental laws.
42. The change in regulations was intended to prevent violations.
43. The court ruled that the defendant had violated their contractual obligations.
44. The new system is designed to avoid violations of data protection laws.
45. The research was halted due to concerns about violating ethical standards.
46. The breach was categorized as a violation of cybersecurity protocols.
47. The company was fined for violating antitrust regulations.
48. The unauthorized distribution of the book was a violation of copyright.
49. The project’s failure was attributed to violations of industry standards.
50. The employee was reprimanded for violating company procedures.