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What does it mean to contravene?

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∙ 10y ago
Updated: 8/21/2019

To act against or avoid a law.

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COULD YOU Put the word contravene in a sentence?

The word contravene starts with the letter c.


What is a good sentence for the word contravene?

To break the speed limit is to contravene the law which limit speeds on the highway .


What is contravened?

Contravene means to 'go against'. So, 'he contravened a law' would mean he went against (or broke) a law.


Another name for contradict?

Contravene, counteract, oppose.


What does contravene mean?

To break a law. To be in conflict with the rules or regulations of some authoritative body.


How do you use contravene in a sentence?

The boy contravened the orders of his mother.


What is a word meaning breaking the rules?

you could use disobey..... or Contravene .... flout


Can i sue if I find feces in food?

Absolutely !... That would contravene health & safety laws.


Why is the constitution the legal basis of all other laws?

Becaus all laws must not contravene the constitution.


What are some other synonyms for disobey?

defy, ignore, disregard, flout, violate, contravene, overstep, transgress


Can you write a sentence using the word contravene?

He contravened the conditions of his parole; therefore, he must return to prison.


What does contra mean as a prefix?

Contra is the prefix for the meaning against. An example is contradict.

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