ADJECTIVE
völkerrechtswidrig/ˈfœlkɐʁɛçt͡sˌviːdʁɪç/contrary to international law; in violation of international law
völkerrechtswidrig is a German adjective that means contrary to international law or in violation of international law. It is pronounced /ˈfœlkɐʁɛçt͡sˌviːdʁɪç/.
Definitions
1.contrary to the rules of international law; illegal under international law(law, international law)
a.not compliant with treaties, agreements or international legal norms
Der Angriff auf das Nachbarland wurde als völkerrechtswidrig verurteilt.—The attack on the neighboring country was condemned as contrary to international law.
b.for describing measures, actions, or acts violating international law
Die Besetzung des Gebiets gilt als völkerrechtswidrig.—The occupation of the territory is considered to be in violation of international law.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | völkerrechtswidrig |
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Frequently asked questions
- What does "völkerrechtswidrig" mean in English?
- "völkerrechtswidrig" means contrary to international law or in violation of international law. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "völkerrechtswidrig"?
- "völkerrechtswidrig" is pronounced /ˈfœlkɐʁɛçt͡sˌviːdʁɪç/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "völkerrechtswidrig"?
- "völkerrechtswidrig" is a adjective in German.
