1. breaking or failing to comply with a rule, law, or agreement
Usage: present participle of violate
2. disturbing or interfering with someone’s peace, privacy, or rights
Usage: present participle of violate
3. treating something sacred with disrespect or irreverence
Usage: present participle of violate

Examples

• The company was violating environmental regulations.
• He was caught violating the speed limit on the highway.
• The protesters accused the government of violating their constitutional rights.
• She felt someone was violating her privacy by reading her emails.
• The vandals were violating the sanctity of the cemetery.
• By copying the software, they were violating copyright laws.