Meaning
Breach means a violation or breaking of a rule, law, agreement, or boundary. It can also refer to a gap or opening, especially in a wall or defense.
Part of Speech:
- Noun — a violation or gap
- Verb — to break through or violate
Grammar and Usage
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As a noun:
- “a breach of contract” (violation of an agreement)
- “a breach in the wall” (an opening or break)
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As a verb:
- “to breach the security system”
- “to breach the agreement”
Common sentence patterns:
- breach of + noun (e.g., breach of trust, breach of duty)
- breach + object (e.g., breach the contract, breach the firewall)
Common Phrases
- breach of contract – failure to fulfill a contract
- breach of trust – betrayal of confidence
- breach of security – a failure in protection systems
- data breach – unauthorized access to information
- breach of duty – neglect of responsibility
Collocations
- verb + breach: commit, cause, represent, constitute
- noun + breach: security breach, contract breach, data breach
- adjective + breach: serious, major, minor, intentional
Examples
- The company was sued for breach of contract.
- There was a serious breach of security at the airport.
- The hackers breached the system and stole personal data.
- His actions amounted to a breach of trust.
- The soldiers breached the enemy’s defenses.
- The whale breached the surface of the water with a huge splash.
- The agreement was breached when one side failed to deliver.
- A breach in the wall allowed water to pour in.
Synonyms or Related
- violation
- infraction
- infringement
- transgression
- rupture
- break
Antonym
- compliance
- observance
- adherence
- respect