Synonyms: exception, exclusion, elision
Definition: a deliberate act of omission
Usage: with the exception of the children, everyone was told the news
Similar words: omission
Definition: neglecting to do something; leaving out or passing over something
Synonyms: exception
Definition: an instance that does not conform to a rule or generalization
Usage: all her children were brilliant; the only exception was her last child; an exception tests the rule
Similar words: representative, illustration, instance, example
Definition: an item of information that is typical of a class or group
Usage: this patient provides a typical example of the syndrome; there is an example on page 10
Synonyms: exception
Definition: grounds for adverse criticism
Usage: his authority is beyond exception
Similar words: objection
Definition: the speech act of objecting