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:

  1. The thief was labeled a transgressor for breaking into the museum and stealing priceless artifacts.
  2. The transgressor was punished for violating the terms of his probation.
  3. The transgressor was accused of breaking multiple traffic laws during the police chase.
  4. In the eyes of the community, the murderer was considered the ultimate transgressor.
  5. The political figure was considered a transgressor for taking bribes and engaging in corrupt practices.
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