Synonyms for Transgress
Definition of transgress
- verb
- act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises; "offend all laws of humanity"; "violate the basic laws or human civilization"; "break a law"; "break a promise"
- spread over land, especially along a subsiding shoreline; "The sea transgresses along the West coast of the island"
- commit a sin; violate a law of God or a moral law
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "transgress"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like breach, break, infract can replace "transgress" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "transgress" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Transgress" in song lyrics
See how transgress is used in real songs:
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"With finesse I address and she transgress"
Opio f/ Pep Love, Persia (Mama's) — Talk Dirty -
"And I can not transgress"
Witchdoctor f/ Cee-Lo — 7th Floor/The Serengetti -
"teaching to transgress"
AOL — AOL