contravene

/ˈkɑntɹəˌvin/

to conflict with; go against

contravene in a sentence

“The action contravenes international law.”

Latin contravenire to come against from contra- against + venire to come

Related Words

defy

to openly resist or refuse to obey

flout

to openly disregard a rule or convention

thwart

to prevent someone from accomplishing something

undermine

to erode the base or foundation of

dissidence

protest against official policy

recalcitrant

having an obstinately uncooperative attitude