What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
violator
Example
The company was fined for being a violator of environmental regulations. [violator: noun]
Example
He was caught as a violator of the traffic laws. [violator: noun]
lawbreaker
Example
The police arrested the lawbreaker for stealing from the store. [lawbreaker: noun]
Example
He was charged as a lawbreaker for driving under the influence. [lawbreaker: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Lawbreaker is more commonly used than violator in everyday language, especially in legal or formal contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between violator and lawbreaker?
Both violator and lawbreaker are formal terms that are typically used in legal or official contexts. However, lawbreaker is generally considered more formal and serious than violator.
