infringement

• Существительное, обозначающее действие, нарушающее закон, соглашение или право; в юридическом контексте может также обозначать менее серьезное правонарушение, чем уголовное преступление.

A noun referring to an act that violates a law, agreement, or right; in legal contexts, it can also denote a minor offense less serious than a felony.

1. Violation of a right or agreementB2formallegal

   An action that breaks a law, rule, or agreement, especially one that limits or violates someone's rights.

   Нарушение

   • The unauthorized use of the image was a clear infringement of copyright.
   • The court ruled that the company's actions constituted an infringement of the contract.
   • Any infringement of the terms will result in immediate termination of the agreement.

   Синонимыbreachcontraventionencroachmenttransgressiontrespassviolation

   Антонимыadherencecomplianceobservancerespect

2. Minor offenseB2formalamericanlegal

   A crime that is less serious than a felony, often punishable by a fine or short jail term.

   Незначительное правонарушение

   • He was charged with a traffic infringement for running a red light.
   • The penalty for a first-time infringement is usually a small fine.
   • Parking in a disabled spot without a permit is considered an infringement.

   Синонимыbreachmisdemeanoroffensetransgressionviolation