Impinge, on the other hand, is derived from the Latin word impingere meaning to strike against. Impinge stands for collision and things striking on something. When something hurts our senses, we say it impinges on our senses.
Tool tip to remember the difference:
Just Remember: When you impinge (encroach) on the law, you infringe (go against rules and laws) it .
Examples of incorrect uses of Impinge and Infringe:
1. Human activities simply infringe in too many times and hurt the senses.
2. He didn’t impinge on anyone rights.
Examples of correct uses of Impinge and Infringe:
1. There are many things that impinge on my privacy and I do not appreciate the same.
2. It is never a good idea to allow the government to infringe your rights.
A Quick Recap:
Infringe , on the other hand, is to enter into someplace in a manner that violates the law.”Walking into anybody’s premises without permission is infringing on one’s right to privacy.”