Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
breach-of-trust
Noun
/briːtʃ əv trʌst/
Definition
A violation of the trust or confidence placed in an individual or entity, typically in a fiduciary relationship.
Examples
- The manager’s misuse of company funds was a clear breach of trust.
- When he shared confidential information, it constituted a breach of trust with his colleagues.
- They felt a breach of trust when their coach did not honor their commitment to the team.
Meaning
Breach of trust occurs when a party misuses or fails to uphold the trusted relationship, often resulting in harm or loss to the other party.
Synonyms
- Violation of trust
- Breach of confidence
- Fiduciary breach
