contravened Synonyms

Strongest:

to oppose in argument, to go or act contrary to

The driver's actions contravened traffic regulations, resulting in a hefty fine.
The university's new policy contravened the students' academic freedom, sparking heated protests.
The employee contravened company regulations by accessing confidential information without authorization.
The politician's speech contravened the principles of ethical discourse, inciting a backlash from the public.
The government's decision to raise taxes contravened its promise to ease the financial burden on citizens.
The artist's work contravened traditional artistic norms, challenging established conventions.
The manufacturer's product violated safety regulations, contravening the law and posing a risk to consumers.
The journalist's article contravened the principles of fair reporting, skewing the facts to fit a predetermined narrative.
The teacher's teaching methods contravened best practices, hindering students' progress.
The company's advertising campaign contravened industry guidelines, misleading potential customers.

to oppose in argument, to go or act contrary to

violated, broke,breached, fractured, offended, traduced, transgressed, rebelled, blew off, winked (at)

observed,followed,served, submitted (to), yielded (to), obeyed, noticed, noted, attended, heard

The driver's actions contravened traffic regulations, resulting in a hefty fine.

The university's new policy contravened the students' academic freedom, sparking heated protests.

The employee contravened company regulations by accessing confidential information without authorization.

The politician's speech contravened the principles of ethical discourse, inciting a backlash from the public.