Excepted Meaning in English
word · lemma: except
Definition
Used to show that someone or something is not included in a group or statement; means 'left out' or 'excluded.' Often used in formal writing or legal contexts.
Usage & Nuances
Very formal and mostly used in passive constructions (e.g., 'all members, John excepted'). Not the same as 'accepted' (which means 'approved'). Common in legal, academic, and administrative English; rarely used in everyday speech. 'Excepted' always signals exclusion.
Example Sentences
All employees, part-time excepted, must attend the meeting.
basic
Children under five are excepted from the rule.
basic
Sunday is excepted from the work schedule.
basic
No one is allowed inside, staff excepted.
natural
The offer extends to everyone, existing customers excepted.
natural
Parking on this street is prohibited, residents excepted.
natural