Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples
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Word:
contravene
IPA transcription: [k'ɑntɹəv,in]
verb
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
contradict, negate, contravene
Meaning:
deny the truth of
Synonyms:
conflict, run_afoul, infringe, contravene
Meaning:
go against, as of rules and laws; "He ran afoul of the law"; "This behavior conflicts with our rules"
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