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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.


Can you write a sentence using the word contravene?

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


What are some other synonyms for disobey?

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


What does contra mean as a prefix?

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

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