exceptionable

adjective

ex·cep·tion·able ik-ˈsep-sh(ə-)nə-bəl

: being likely to cause objection : objectionable

visitors even drink the exceptionable beer—

W. D. Howells

exceptionability

ik-ˌsep-sh(ə-)nə-ˈbi-lə-tē

noun

exceptionably

ik-ˈsep-sh(ə-)nə-blē

adverb

as long as the language is not exceptionable, people can discuss any topic they want in the chat room

First Known Use

1691, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of exceptionable was in 1691

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“Exceptionable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exceptionable. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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exceptionable

adjective

ex·cep·tion·able ik-ˈsep-sh(ə-)nə-bəl

: objectionable

exceptionably

-blē

adverb

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