#1 violation n. [misdemeanor, misdemeanour, infraction, infringement] a crime less serious than a felony. wn #2 violation n. [infringement] an act that disregards an agreement or a right; "he claimed a violation of his rights under the Fifth Amendment". wn #3 violation n. [trespass, encroachment, intrusion, usurpation] entry to another's property without right or permission. wn #4 violation n. [irreverence] a disrespectful act. wn #5 violation n. [rape, assault, ravishment] the crime of forcing a woman to submit to sexual intercourse against her will. wn