violate
US /ˈvaɪ.ə.leɪt/
UK /ˈvaɪ.ə.leɪt/
动词
1.
违反, 违背
break or fail to comply with (a rule, agreement, or principle)
示例:
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They violated the terms of the agreement.
他们违反了协议条款。
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The company was accused of violating environmental laws.
该公司被指控违反环境法。
2.
3.
侵犯, 打扰
disturb or interrupt (a person's privacy or peace)
示例:
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The loud music violated my peace and quiet.
嘈杂的音乐侵犯了我的宁静。
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His constant questioning seemed to violate her personal space.
他不停的提问似乎侵犯了她的个人空间。