Transgression
Definition
An act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offense.
Etymology
From Middle English transgressioun, from Old French transgression, from Late Latin trānsgressiō, from Latin trānsgressus (perfect active participle of trānsgredior (“to step across”)) + -iō.
Synonyms
misdoing, offense, wrongdoing
In a sentence
- A minor transgression of the style guide, not a fireable offense.
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Source
Vocabulary.md