violation

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Meaning · English

The act or an instance of violating or the condition of being violated. — An insult, especially a severe one.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Nahh saying that to bro is actually a violation 💀

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “violation” mean?

The act or an instance of violating or the condition of being violated. — An insult, especially a severe one.

Is “violation” formal or informal?

violation is generally slang.