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violate

The correct spelling is violate.

How to pronounce violate

/ˈvaɪəˌleɪt/
verb

IPA: /ˈvaɪəˌleɪt/

Say it like: Vio-lat-e

The correct spelling is violate. To break or disregard (a rule or convention). For example: "Accessing unauthorized files violates security protocol."

Usage Examples

Accessing unauthorized files violates security protocol.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To break or disregard (a rule or convention).
  2. 2.To rape.
  3. 3.To cite (a person) for a parole violation.

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