völkerrechtswidrig
contrary to international law
English translations
- 01
contrary to international law
- 02
violating international law
- 03
unlawful under international law
Word details
- German meaning
- Im Widerspruch zum Völkerrecht stehend.
- English meaning
- In violation of international law
- Synonym
- rechtswidrig, illegal
- German example
- Der Angriff war völkerrechtswidrig.
- English example
- The attack was in violation of international law.
Related words
- Angriffskrieg
War of aggression
Example sentences with “völkerrechtswidrig”
Der Angriff war völkerrechtswidrig. (The attack was contrary to international law.)
Frequently asked questions
How is this word built?
It is a compound of 'Völkerrecht' (international law) and 'widrig' (contrary to/against).