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transgression

/trænˈsɛɡʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does transgression mean?

noun

An act of disobedience or rebellion, especially against a moral or divine law. A transgression can also refer to a mistake or error in a particular area of activity.

Example

"The artist's transgression of the rules of traditional painting was a bold statement of her creativity."

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