unexceptionable
/,ʌnik'sepʃnəbl/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Completely acceptable; not open to exception or reproach: Describes something or someone that is so correct, proper, or faultless that it cannot be criticized or objected to.
- Beyond reproach; unimpeachable: Indicates a standard or quality that is so high it leaves no room for blame or disapproval.
Usage
- This adjective is formal and is used to describe things, qualities, or people that are considered perfect or ideal in a particular context, especially regarding behavior, ethics, or standards.
- It is often used in legal, professional, or moral contexts to signify something that is entirely above criticism.
Examples
- The committee found the candidate's credentials to be unexceptionable.
- Her conduct throughout the investigation was unexceptionable.
- They provided an unexceptionable alibi for the night in question.
Advanced Usage
- "Unexceptionable" vs. "Unexceptional": These are often confused. "Unexceptionable" means "not open to objection" (i.e., faultless). "Unexceptional" means "ordinary" or "not special."
- His logic was unexceptionable, but his conclusion was unexceptional. (His reasoning was flawless, but his final point was ordinary.)
Variants and Related Words
- Unexceptionably (adverb): In a manner that is beyond criticism.
- The procedure was followed unexceptionably.
- Exceptionable (adjective): Open to objection or criticism. (This is the direct antonym, though less common.)
- His remarks were highly exceptionable.
Synonyms
- Impeccable: In accordance with the highest standards; faultless.
- Irreproachable: Beyond criticism; faultless.
- Unimpeachable: Not able to be doubted, questioned, or criticized; entirely trustworthy.
Antonyms
- Objectionable: Arousing distaste or opposition; unpleasant or offensive.
- Reprehensible: Deserving censure or condemnation.
- Questionable: Doubtful as regards truth or quality.
Adjective
- completely acceptable; not open to exception or reproach
- two unexceptionable witnesses
- a judge's ethics should be unexceptionable