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CONTRAVENE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Contravene.

Contravene - as a verb

Go against, as of rules and laws

Example: "He ran afoul of the law"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conflict15infringe12run afoul

Deny the truth of

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contradict15negate7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
differ13disagree10dissent8take issue
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The company's actions contravene the terms of the contract."
"It is illegal to contravene traffic laws."
"His behavior blatantly contravenes the rules of the organization."
"Failure to comply with the regulations will contravene safety standards."
"The politician's actions contravene the principles of transparency."
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Word Game Points

Is CONTRAVENE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contravene is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONTRAVENE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is CONTRAVENE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contravene is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONTRAVENE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is CONTRAVENE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contravene is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONTRAVENE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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