Definition

An act of breaking a law or rule, or going beyond a limit.

Example

His transgression against the rules led to serious consequences.

Conversation

Did you hear about the latest transgression in our neighborhood?

No, what happened?

Apparently, someone broke into the park after hours and vandalized it.

That's disappointing; such transgressions really ruin the community spirit.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transgression → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "gressus" (meaning step or to step). The word describes the act of stepping across a boundary or limit, often in a moral or legal sense.

Memory Tip

Think of 'stepping across' a line or boundary — 'trans-' means across, and 'gressus' means step. This helps you remember that transgression refers to crossing a limit or rule.

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