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

Other Word Forms

• unexceptionableness noun
• unexceptionably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of unexceptionable¹

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

Example Sentences

As articulated by Johnson and other GOP lawmakers, this idea seems pretty unexceptionable.

Read more on Los Angeles Times

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

Read more on 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.”

Read more on 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.

Read more on Scientific American

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

Read more on BBC

Related Words

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