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2 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Contravene' in a Sentence

"To go against or conflict with; to deny or oppose a statement." more

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The activist group was contravening societal norms in their pursuit of radical social change.
During the protest, some individuals were contravening the imposed curfew by continuing to march in the streets.

Contravene

kon-truh-veen
verbTo go against or conflict with; to deny or oppose a statement.
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Last Updated On: May 2, 2024
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