Another Word For Except

Meaning

The word "except" is a preposition that indicates exclusion. It is used to specify that something or someone is not included in a statement or group. For example, if you say "Everyone except John attended the meeting," it means that John did not attend the meeting while all other individuals did.

Synonyms

• Exclude
• Apart from
• Other than
• Save
• But (in some contexts)

Antonyms

• Include
• Incorporate
• Encompass
• Accept

Etymology

The word "except" comes from the Latin word "excipere," which means "to take out, to take exception." It evolved through Old French "excepter" before adopting its current form in Middle English.

Examples

1. I would like to go to the party except I have other commitments.
2. Everyone passed the test except Lisa.
3. We can eat anywhere except that new restaurant downtown.
4. All the students were present except for a few who were ill.
5. I enjoy all kinds of music except country.