Meaning
transgression, rule-breaking
- violation of a law, rule, or norm
- act of defying social or personal boundaries; minor indulgence
In a sentence
Una fetta di torta al cioccolato è la mia unica trasgressione alla dieta.
A slice of chocolate cake is my only transgression against the diet.
L'azienda punisce severamente ogni trasgressione delle norme di sicurezza.
The company strictly punishes any violation of safety regulations.
Pensi che quella scelta artistica sia una vera trasgressione o solo pubblicità?
Do you think that artistic choice is a real transgression or just publicity?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| trasgressione | feminine · singular |
| trasgressioni | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Can describe serious violations as well as lighthearted indulgences (like breaking a diet).