violating custom
[vaɪ.ə.ˈleɪ.tɪŋ ˈkʌs.təm]
verb phrase / gerund
violando o costume / infringindo a tradição
1. Breaking or disregarding an established tradition, convention, or customary practice
He was accused of violating custom by wearing white to the wedding ceremony.
Ele foi acusado de estar violando o costume ao usar branco na cerimônia de casamento.
2. Acting contrary to socially accepted norms or traditional expectations
The artist's bold style was seen as violating custom in the conservative art world.
O estilo ousado do artista era visto como uma violação do costume no mundo conservador da arte.
In Brazilian culture, which values both tradition and social flexibility, violating custom can range from mildly amusing to seriously offensive depending on context and social group. What constitutes a violation varies significantly by region, family background, and generational attitudes. In the USA, violating custom is often viewed more individualistically and may be celebrated as innovation or personal expression, whereas in more traditional Brazilian communities it may be seen as disrespectful.
NYC Slang
breaking the rules / going rogue
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