exceptionable
Worthy of protest
Exceptionable means open to objection or likely to cause disapproval: His conduct was exceptionable on several counts.
The word is formal and uncommon, often confused with exceptional.
Something exceptionable invites exception—that is, protest or objection.
Something exceptional stands out as unusual or superior.
The two are nearly opposites.
Deserving disapproval or protest
- questionableOf uncertain validity
- unacceptableNot meeting required standards
- inadmissibleNot allowed as evidence
- improperLacking in propriety
inappropriate · unsuitable · reprehensible · indefensible · unjustifiable · impermissible · deplorable · inexcusable
Showing contempt through words
- derogatoryExpressing criticism or disrespect
- disparagingExpressing negative judgment
- vulgarCrude or indecent
- obsceneGrossly offensive to decency
abusive · inflammatory · profane · indecent · crude · tasteless · distasteful · obnoxious
Not wished for
- undesirableNot wanted or sought
- uninvitedWithout formal welcome
- unsolicitedNot asked for
- unappreciatedNot given due recognition
displeasing · disagreeable · intolerable · unbearable · insufferable · unappealing · off-putting · rebuffed
objectionable
Deserving disapproval or protest
- questionableOf uncertain validity
- unacceptableNot meeting required standards
- inadmissibleNot allowed as evidence
improper · inappropriate · unsuitable · reprehensible · indefensible · unjustifiable · impermissible · deplorable · inexcusable · blameworthy
insulting
Showing contempt through words
- derogatoryExpressing criticism or disrespect
- disparagingExpressing negative judgment
- vulgarCrude or indecent
obscene · abusive · inflammatory · profane · indecent · crude · tasteless · distasteful · obnoxious · repugnant
unwanted
Not wished for
- undesirableNot wanted or sought
- uninvitedWithout formal welcome
- unsolicitedNot asked for
unappreciated · displeasing · disagreeable · intolerable · unbearable · insufferable · unappealing · off-putting · rebuffed · rejected
exceptionableunobjectionable
Causing no disapproval
unexceptionable · inoffensive · acceptable · irreproachable · unimpeachable