infringe

[ɪnˈfrɪndʒ]

infringe Definition

  • 1actively break the terms of (a law, agreement, etc.)
  • 2act so as to limit or undermine (something); encroach on

Using infringe: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "infringe" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was fined for infringing environmental regulations.

  • Example

    The company's new product may infringe on existing patents.

  • Example

    The construction of the new building will infringe on the park's green space.

infringe Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for infringe

Phrases with infringe

  • infringe on someone's rights

    to violate or encroach on someone's legal or moral entitlements

    Example

    The new law would infringe on citizens' right to privacy.

  • infringe on someone's territory

    to encroach on someone's area of responsibility or expertise

    Example

    The new employee was careful not to infringe on her boss's territory.

  • infringe on someone's time

    to take up too much of someone's time or attention

    Example

    The constant interruptions were starting to infringe on his work time.

Origins of infringe

from Latin 'infringere', meaning 'to break'

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Summary: infringe in Brief

The verb 'infringe' [ɪnˈfrɪndʒ] means to actively break the terms of a law or agreement, or to limit or undermine something. It is often used in legal contexts, such as 'He was fined for infringing environmental regulations,' and can also refer to encroaching on someone's rights, territory, or time. Synonyms include 'violate' and 'breach.'