verb
contravene
Contravene (verb) means to act contrary to an order; to fail to conform to a regulation or obligation.
verb
1
To act contrary to an order; to fail to conform to a regulation or obligation.
2
To deny the truth of something.
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Etymology
From Middle French contravenir (French contrevenir), from Latin contraveniō.
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What is the meaning of contravene?
"contravene" (verb) means to act contrary to an order; to fail to conform to a regulation or obligation.
What are the different meanings of contravene?
"contravene" has 2 main meanings: 1. To act contrary to an order; to fail to conform to a regulation or obligation; 2. To deny the truth of something.