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transgress

/tɹænzˈɡɹɛs/

Meanings
  • Verb

    To act or go beyond what is morally or legally acceptable.

    - "John transgressed the speed limit."
    - "Mary transgressed against her vows."
  • Verb

    To overstep or encroach upon the rights or property of another.

    - "The company transgressed on private property."
    - "The new law prevented businesses from transgressing on consumer rights."

Pronunciation
  1. /tɹænzˈɡɹɛs/



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Synonyms

forpass , surpass , transcend
Rhymes
Words rhyming with transgress
progress , regress , access , caress
Variants
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transgress , transgressed , transgresses , transgressing , transgressive , transgressor , transgressors
Forms
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transgressed, transgressing, transgressions


Etymology
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From Old French transgresser, to step across, overstep, from trans- 'across' + pas 'step'.


Trivia
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  1. Transgression is a concept that has been explored in various forms of art, including music, literature, and film. One famous example is Marquis de Sade's '120 Days of Sodom', which is known for its transgressive content.

  2. In philosophy, the concept of transgression is sometimes discussed in relation to the works of Friedrich Nietzsche and Jacques Lacan.


Related Concepts
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  1. Taboo: A social, cultural, or religious practice or belief that is considered to be forbidden or sacred. Transgression often involves violating taboo norms.

  2. Moral dilemma: A situation in which an individual must choose between two or more conflicting moral principles. Transgression may involve making a moral choice that goes against societal norms or personal values.


Culture
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Transgression is a significant concept in various fields, including literature, art, and philosophy. In literature, transgressive works often explore taboo subjects or push boundaries. In art, transgressive works may challenge societal norms or provoke controversy. In philosophy, transgression is sometimes discussed in relation to morality and ethics.

How to Memorize "transgress"

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    - Visualize the concept of transgression as stepping beyond a boundary or crossing a line.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'transgress' with the idea of breaking rules or going against the norm.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the phrase 'Transgressing the line' to remember the meaning of the word.


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