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exception

The word “exception” has 3 syllables: ex-cep-tion

It's pronounced as /ɪkˈsɛpʃən/

What is synonym and antonym for exception?

In the thesaurus, “exception” has 81 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for exception along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for exception

Antonyms for exception

Meanings of exception

  • noun
    1. The act of excepting or excluding; exclusion; restriction by taking out something which would otherwise be included, as in a class, statement, rule.
    2. That which is excepted or taken out from others; a person, thing, or case, specified as distinct, or not included.
    3. An objection, on legal grounds; also, as in conveyancing, a clause by which the grantor excepts or reserves something before the right is transferred.
    4. An objection; cavil; dissent; disapprobation; offense; cause of offense; — usually followed by to or against.
    5. An interruption in normal processing, typically caused by an error condition, that can be handled by another part of the program.

Example Sentences

  • Everyone must follow the rules without exception.
  • This case is an exception to the general policy.
  • The store allows returns, with the exception of clearance items.
  • His work is excellent, with one small exception.
  • The law applies to all citizens without exception.

On this page you'll find 93 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to exception, such as: aberration, abnormality, acceptance, accident, acquiescence, agreement, anomaly.

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