unexceptionable — not open to objection; completely acceptable and satisfactory
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not open to objection; completely acceptable and satisfactory
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌʌnɪkˈsepʃənəbəl/
Example Sentences
- The wedding cake was unexceptionable - so perfect that even the pickiest food critic couldn't find fault with it.
- My grandmother's unexceptionable table manners made her the unofficial etiquette teacher for the entire family.
- His unexceptionable academic record opened doors to every Ivy League university.
unexceptionable
ADJECTIVE[/ˌʌnɪkˈsepʃənəbəl/]
not open to objection; completely acceptable and satisfactory
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'exceptio' meaning 'exception' or 'exclusion', combined with the prefix 'un-' and suffix '-able'. The word literally means 'cannot be excepted to' or 'beyond criticism'.
Breakdown
un- (not) + exception (from Latin exceptio meaning 'exclusion') + -able (capable of being)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The wedding cake was unexceptionable - so perfect that even the pickiest food critic couldn't find fault with it.”
“My grandmother's unexceptionable table manners made her the unofficial etiquette teacher for the entire family.”
“His unexceptionable academic record opened doors to every Ivy League university.”
“The politician's unexceptionable public image was so boring that voters fell asleep during his speeches.”
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