unexceptionable

[ uhn-ik-sep-shuh-nuh-buhl ]

adjective

1. not offering any basis for exception or objection; beyond criticism:

   an unexceptionable record of achievement.

unexceptionable

/ ˌʌnɪkˈsɛpʃənəbəl /

adjective

1. beyond criticism or objection

Derived Forms

• ˌunexˈceptionableness, noun
• ˌunexˈceptionably, adverb

Other Words From

• unex·ception·a·ble·ness noun
• unex·ception·a·bly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of unexceptionable¹

First recorded in 1655–65; un- ¹ + exceptionable

Example Sentences

Some have taken stands they thought were unexceptionable, only to find themselves embroiled in partisan culture wars.

From Los Angeles Times

“And I am quite serious too, I assure you,” replied Mrs. Elton gaily, “in resolving to be always on the watch, and employing my friends to watch also, that nothing really unexceptionable may pass us.”

From Literature

“While we find no reliable data to measure the phenomenon, it seems unexceptionable to conclude some women come to regret their choice,” he said in his opinion.

From Scientific American

Sir John said while it was an "unexceptionable" statement it had a huge impact and was a useful thing to do.

From BBC

Mr. Abraham’s “Dearest Home,” by contrast, is an unexceptionable study in liberal-orthodox behavior by people we might well know in New York.

From New York Times

Related Words

• adequate
• allowable
• bearable
• decent
• livable
• presentable
• respectable
• satisfactory
• sufficient
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