How Do You Spell VIOLATOR?

Pronunciation: [va͡ɪ͡əlˈe͡ɪtə] (IPA)

The word "violator" is spelled v-a-i-l-e-i-t-ə-r. The IPA phonetic transcription of the word is /ˈvaɪəleɪtər/. The first syllable begins with the vowel sound /aɪ/ and is followed by the slightly unstressed /ə/ sound. The next syllable contains the long vowel sound /eɪ/. The final syllable begins with the voiced consonant sound /t/ and ends with the vowel sound /ər/. This word refers to someone who breaks a rule, law or agreement, and can also be used in legal contexts.

VIOLATOR Meaning and Definition

1. A violator is an individual or entity that commits an act of disobedience, violation, or infringement upon a law, rule, regulation, agreement, or established code of conduct. The term "violator" is typically associated with actions that are non-compliant, illicit, or contrary to the prescribed guidelines or norms.

   In a legal context, a violator is someone who engages in activities that are prohibited by law, resulting in the breach of a legal statute or regulation. This can include actions such as speeding, theft, assault, or any other criminal offense. In this sense, a violator is viewed as someone who has intentionally and knowingly transgressed legal boundaries.

   Moreover, the term "violator" can extend beyond legal infractions and encompass violations of ethical standards or contractual obligations. It refers to anyone who fails to uphold their commitments or responsibilities, thus breaching the expectations set forth by an agreement or commonly agreed-upon principles. For instance, an individual or organization could be considered a violator if they violate regulations within a specific industry or if they violate the terms of a contract.

   The term "violator" is often utilized as a descriptive label to emphasize the action or behavior committed, portraying the individual or entity as having deliberately acted against established rules or standards. Its usage helps to distinguish those who have violated such principles from those who have maintained compliance or adherence.

2. One who violates.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for VIOLATOR

• violat
• violaters
• vinator
• diaolator
• violaton
• violaiton
• diolator
• violatin
• violats
• violatle
• dialator
• violatio
• visator
• viloator
• violatos
• volaador
• spolator
• bionatior
• veocatory
• idiolator
• Killador

Etymology of VIOLATOR

The word "violator" can be traced back to the Latin word "violatus", which is the past participle of the verb "violare". "Violare" means "to treat with violence or disrespect, to violate, to outrage". It is derived from the Latin noun "vis" or "vīs", which means "force, strength, power". From Latin, "violatus" made its way into Old French as "violateur" and then into Middle English as "violator", retaining its meaning of someone who commits a violation or transgression.

Similar spelling word for VIOLATOR

• villatoro.

Plural form of VIOLATOR is VIOLATORS