violate
US /ˈvaɪəˌlet/
・UK /ˈvaɪəleɪt/
B1
verb
- To abuse, damage or disrespect
- To break rules or laws; disregard important rights
- To force sex acts on a person against their will
other
- To break or fail to comply with a law, agreement, or principle.
- To treat (something sacred) with disrespect or irreverence.
- To intrude on or disturb (someone's peace, privacy, or territory).
- To rape or sexually assault (someone).