Synonyms of infringement

infringement

noun

in-ˈfrinj-mənt 

as in violation

a failure to uphold the requirements of law, duty, or obligation

any government action limiting freedom of speech is an infringement of the U.S. Constitution

Synonyms & Similar Words

• violation
• offence
• breach
• infraction
• trespass
• contravention
• transgression
• offense
• misconduct
• misdemeanor
• sin
• disregard
• ignoring
• invasion
• intrusion
• encroachment
• forgetting
• misfeasance
• wrong
• neglect
• delinquency
• misprision
• nonobservance
• overlooking
• dereliction

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• observance
• noninfringement
• respecting
• upholding

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of infringement

That is to say, Dr. Wright cannot bring an infringement claim in relation to the works in question, however it is worded, without breaching the Order. —Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024

In court documents, Aviator Nation has denied allegations of infringement and other wrongdoing claimed by Adidas. —Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 Dec. 2024

Electronic Arts is expanding its accessibility program with 23 additional tech patents that other companies and developers can freely use without being slapped with an infringement lawsuit. —Jess Weatherbed, The Verge, 5 Dec. 2024

Those who wish to participate will be able to create and own their own digital likenesses, which the agency believes will help protect those clients against copyright infringement and allow talent to make more money. —Wendy Lee, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024