noun
violation
An act of sexual assault.
The counselor helps survivors cope with the trauma of sexual violation.
Etymology
The source means injuring or outraging. In this sense, the noun names a sexual assault as a grave infringement of the person.
More examples
- The memoir recounts a sexual violation and the survivor's recovery.
- He speaks openly about the sexual violation he endured.
- Survivors of sexual violation deserve compassionate care.
Forms
violation · violations
violate verb — To subject someone to sexual assault.
Similar words
- rape
- Specifically denotes sexual assault involving penetration without valid consent.
- assault
- Covers physical attacks generally, not only acts of sexual violence.