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lawbreaking

/ˈlɔːbɹeɪkɪŋ/ noun · British & US

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What does lawbreaking mean?

noun

The act of breaking or violating a law; a breach of the law.

Example

"The company's lawbreaking practices led to a major scandal."

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Etymologically related

break breach violate transgress

Synonyms for lawbreaking

transgression breach violation infraction crime offense

Antonyms of lawbreaking

obedience compliance conformity

Rhymes with lawbreaking

breaking making taking shaking