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transgress

/trænˈɡrɛs/ verb · British & US
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What does transgress mean?

verb

To go beyond the limits of what is allowed or acceptable; to break or violate a law, rule, or moral standard.

Example

"The company's decision to cut jobs without warning was seen as a transgression of their commitment to employee welfare."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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