Transgressor
(noun)
A person who violates a law or moral principle.
Origin:
Late 16th century (in the sense "offender against the law"): from latin transgressor, from transgredi "step across, overstep", from trans- "across" + gradi "to step".
Examples:
- The thief was labeled a transgressor for breaking into the museum and stealing priceless artifacts.
- The transgressor was punished for violating the terms of his probation.
- The transgressor was accused of breaking multiple traffic laws during the police chase.
- In the eyes of the community, the murderer was considered the ultimate transgressor.
- The political figure was considered a transgressor for taking bribes and engaging in corrupt practices.