Word of the Day
July 6, 2023
Transgression
An act that goes beyond established limits, boundaries, or moral standards; the violation of a law, principle, or accepted norm.
From Latin 'transgressio', from 'transgredi' meaning 'to step across' or 'go beyond', combining 'trans-' (across) + 'gradi' (to step, walk).
Usage Examples
- Progressive ideology makes a virtue out of transgression, celebrating the breaking of traditional moral boundaries.
- What is considered transgressive today becomes normalized tomorrow, driving an endless cycle of boundary-pushing.
- The movement rewards transgression as a sign of liberation while punishing adherence to traditional values.
From the Show
The concept of transgression emerged during Noelle Mering’s analysis of how woke ideology operates. She explained that the movement makes a virtue out of transgression, constantly pushing beyond established moral boundaries. What is transgressive today becomes boring tomorrow, requiring ever more extreme violations of traditional norms. This dynamic explains the movement’s escalating radicalism. Hear the full discussion in Listen to the full episode.