contravene
/ˌkɑntrəˈvin/
verb
- To violate or go against a rule, law, or agreement.
- The new policy contravenes the school's code of conduct.
- The company was fined for contravening safety regulations.
- If you contravene the terms of the contract, you may face legal action.
- To conflict with or be inconsistent with something, such as a principle or statement.
- The evidence contravenes the witness's testimony.
- His actions contravene his own stated beliefs about honesty.
- This decision contravenes the spirit of the agreement.