1. going beyond or violating accepted boundaries, rules, or standards
2. challenging social norms or moral conventions, especially in art or literature
Usage: literary criticism; arts

Examples

• The artist’s transgressive work challenged viewers’ assumptions about beauty.
• His transgressive behavior at the formal dinner shocked the other guests.
• The novel was considered transgressive for its frank treatment of taboo subjects.
• She wrote transgressive poetry that questioned religious authority.
• The film’s transgressive themes made it controversial among critics.
• Their transgressive art installation was removed from the gallery.
• The comedian’s transgressive humor pushed the boundaries of good taste.