Synonyms: offending
Definition: offending against or breaking a law or rule
Usage: contracts offending against the statute were canceled
Similar words: sinning
Definition: transgressing a moral or divine law
Usage: if it be a sin to covet honor, I am the most sinning soul alive- Shakespeare
Similar words: offensive, violative
Definition: violating or tending to violate or offend against
Usage: violative of the principles of liberty; considered such depravity offensive against all laws of humanity