This is the 15553rd most frequent German word.
völkerrechtswidrig
Contrary to international law.
The word 'völkerrechtswidrig' is used here to characterize actions that contravene established norms and rules of international law.
Das Handeln der Regierung wurde von mehreren Staaten als völkerrechtswidrig bezeichnet.
The actions of the government were described as violating international law by several states.
Here, 'völkerrechtswidrig' describes the beginning of a war that violates the principles of international law, emphasizing legal and ethical implications.
Ein Krieg, der völkerrechtswidrig begonnen wird, kann schwerwiegende Konsequenzen haben.
A war started in violation of international law can have serious consequences.
In this sentence, 'völkerrechtswidrigen' is part of a compound phrase qualifying crimes that go against international law, showing its adjectival function.