noun · Medium SAT word

    Transgression

    violation; the act of transgressing; the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle

    Transgression in a sentence

    The transgression of academic integrity resulted in his expulsion.

    Synonyms for transgression

    • violation
    • offense
    • sin

    Antonyms for transgression

    • compliance
    • obedience
    • righteousness

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