Synonyms: infringe, run afoul, conflict, contravene
Definition: go against, as of rules and laws
Usage: He ran afoul of the law; This behavior conflicts with our rules
Similar words: go against, infract, offend, breach, break, transgress, violate
Definition: act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
Usage: offend all laws of humanity; violate the basic laws or human civilization; break a law; break a promise