Legal Definitions - inviolability

INVIOLABILITY

inviolability (in-vi-o-luh-bil-i-tee), n. The quality or fact of being safe from violation.

Inviolability means that something is protected from being harmed or violated. It cannot be broken or damaged. It is safe and secure.

• The inviolability of a person's home is protected by the law. This means that no one can enter the home without permission or a warrant.
• The inviolability of a person's body is also protected by the law. This means that no one can harm or touch another person without their consent.
• The inviolability of a country's borders is important for national security. This means that no other country can enter the borders without permission or a declaration of war.

These examples illustrate how inviolability is important for protecting people, property, and countries. It ensures that they are safe and secure from harm or violation.