Synonyms of exceptions

exceptions

noun

plural of exception

1

as in objections

a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent

I take strong exception to your assessment of his singing ability

Synonyms & Similar Words

• objections
• complaints
• questions
• challenges
• criticisms
• protests
• demurrers
• difficulties
• expostulations
• remonstrances
• demurrals
• stinks
• fusses
• qualms
• suspicions
• doubts
• disputes
• quibbles
• demurs
• compunctions
• scruples
• kicks
• misgivings
• dissents
• misunderstandings
• arguments
• quarrels
• squabbles
• statics
• uncertainties
• skepticism
• cavils
• rebellions
• reservations
• censures
• conflicts
• debates
• reluctances
• defiances
• disobediences
• niggles
• distrust
• mistrust
• indeterminations
• hassles
• dubitations
• misdoubts
• dubieties
• incertitudes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• sanctions
• approvals
• agreements
• acceptances
• assents
• acquiescences
• compliances
• obediences

2

as in anomalies

something that is different from what is ordinary or expected

her tardiness today is an exception; usually she's on time

Synonyms & Similar Words

• anomalies
• abnormalities
• rarities
• differences
• variations
• aberrations
• oddities
• phenomena
• quirks
• peculiarities
• singularities
• accidents
• inconsistencies
• vagaries
• disparities
• distortions
• errors
• mistakes
• mutations
• oddments
• paradoxes
• curiosities
• contradictions
• inconsistences
• bizarreries
• kinks

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• norms
• ordinaries
• usuals

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of exceptions

Disney’s live-action remakes have largely been box-office boons for the company, with a few exceptions. — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

Those exceptions apply to hunting, fishing, trapping, and livestock husbandry. — Kris Millgate, Outdoor Life, 9 July 2026

Those needs are easily accommodated through thoughtful exceptions easily administered by teachers and school staff. — Paul Jester, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026

But the Marlins have hardly been a top draw for veterans, either, because of the historically low crowds and the team’s reluctance to spend a lot of money, with only isolated exceptions. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026

Many withdrawals before age 59½ are subject to a 10% penalty, though some exceptions apply, such as for a first home purchase or qualified education expenses. — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 7 July 2026

There have been exceptions, and some of the good vibes are surely online fabrications, but for many, the geopolitical tensions have been temporarily set aside. — Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026

In addition, the new system eliminates a waiver process, while preserving exceptions for pregnancy, active-duty military service and official religious missions. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 7 July 2026

The statute would ban covered officers from wearing masks or shielding their identities while on duty and interacting with the public, with exceptions including medical masks, religious coverings, certain tactical equipment and hazardous conditions. — Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026