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What is another word for Exception? – 115 Exception Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    anomaly aberration deviation irregularity abnormality oddity peculiarity rarity exceptionality departure divergence variation discrepancy inconsistency contradiction paradox enigma puzzle mystery surprise astonishment wonder curiosity singularity uniqueness difference distinction exemption exclusion immunity privilege allowance concession dispensation waiver reprieve.

    Meaning of Exception

    A person or thing that is not included in a general statement or does not conform to a general rule

    Definitions

    • A person or thing that is unusual or extraordinary
    • An objection or a disagreement, especially one that is formally expressed
    • A case that is exempt from a general rule or standard

    Example Uses

    • The new policy does not apply to employees who have been with the company for more than 10 years, they are an exception to the rule.
    • She is an exception to the general trend, having achieved great success at a young age.
    • The lawyer raised an exception to the testimony, claiming it was inadmissible as evidence.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    rule norm standard average mean usual ordinary typical common familiar expected predictable normal regular routine customary conventional traditional habitual usual mundane.

    Related Nouns

    exemption exclusion immunity privilege allowance concession dispensation waiver reprieve anomaly aberration deviation irregularity abnormality oddity peculiarity rarity exceptionality departure divergence variation.

    Related Verbs

    exempt exclude immunize privilege allow concede dispense waive reprieve deviate diverge vary depart differ distinguish separate isolate.

    Related Adjectives

    unusual extraordinary rare unique singular exceptional anomalous aberrant irregular abnormal odd peculiar rare exceptional exclusive immune privileged allowed conceded dispensational.