exception

[ɪkˈsɛpʃən]

exception Definition

• 1. a person or thing that is excluded from a general statement or does not follow a rule
• 2. the action of not including or considering someone or something as part of a general rule or group

Using exception: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "exception" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The new policy applies to everyone, without exception.

• Example

  She is the exception to the rule.

• Example

  I'll make an exception for you this time.

• Example

  The company made an exception and extended the deadline.

exception Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for exception

• exclusion
• exemption
• omission
• dispensation
• waiver

Antonyms for exception

• inclusion
• rule
• standard

Phrases with exception

• take exception to

  to be offended or upset by something

  Example

  He took exception to her comments about his work.

• make an exception

  to allow something that is usually not allowed

  Example

  I don't usually let people borrow my car, but I'll make an exception for you.

• without exception

  used to emphasize that every single person or thing in a particular group is included

  Example

  All of the students, without exception, passed the exam.

Origins of exception

from Latin 'exceptio', meaning 'an objection'

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Summary: exception in Brief

The term 'exception' [ɪkˈsɛpʃən] refers to a person or thing that is excluded from a general statement or does not follow a rule. It can also refer to the action of not including or considering someone or something as part of a general rule or group. Examples include 'The new policy applies to everyone, without exception,' and 'She is the exception to the rule.' Phrases like 'take exception to' and 'make an exception' are also common.