INFRACTION Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

infraction

noun

in-ˈfrak-shən $How to pronounce infraction (audio)$

as in violation

a failure to uphold the requirements of law, duty, or obligation speeding is only a minor infraction, but vehicular homicide is a serious felony

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Recent Examples of infraction Violation of the law results in an infraction, and violators may be charged a fine either by DEEP Environmental Conservation Police or local law enforcement. —

Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 26 May 2026 Similarly, the number of tickets issued for minor infractions – such as riding a bicycle without a bell or a light, and disorderly conduct – rose steeply. —

John A. Shjarback, The Conversation, 25 May 2026 The Las Vegas Aces were fined an undisclosed amount in 2024 after an infraction. —

James Boyd, New York Times, 23 May 2026 On the first and second offense, violators will receive an infraction fine of $300. —

Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for infraction

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Noun

The facility was inspected by the department three other times in the last five years and was cited for violations unrelated to chemicals and storage.

— Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 29 May 2026
Rafa confesses to eating chocolate in violation of his strict diet.

— Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 May 2026