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to contravene
01
to go against an argument or statement
Example
The evidence clearly contravenes the defendant 's testimony.
Test results contravened the manufacturer 's claims about the product 's efficacy.
Her alibi was contravened by video evidence placing her at the scene of the crime.
02
to violate an established legal standard, policy, or procedural protocol
Example
Distributing those copyrighted materials online contravened intellectual property law.
Altering official documents is a serious offense that would contravene rules of professional conduct for public employees.
Example
The evidence clearly contravenes the defendant's testimony.
Test results contravened the manufacturer's claims about the product's efficacy.
Her alibi was contravened by video evidence placing her at the scene of the crime.
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