Exception or Acception

Learn why “Exception” is correct and “Acception” is wrong.

Acception

Incorrect spelling - “Acception” is a misspelling and not standard English.

"Acception" is a common misspelling of "Exception". Always use "Exception" when referring to the correct word.

Exception

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Exception” means something that is excluded from a rule or general statement.

Definition of Exception

"Exception": “Exception” means something that is excluded from a rule or general statement.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Exception

  • exclusion
  • anomaly
  • special case

Usage Examples

"Correct:" There is one exception to the rule.

"Correct:" Everyone passed the test with an exception.

"Correct:" She made an exception for him.

"Correct:" No exception will be allowed.

"Incorrect:" There is one acception to the rule.

"Incorrect:" Everyone passed with an acception.

"Incorrect:" She made an acception for him.

"Incorrect:" No acception will be allowed.

Notes:

  • Ends with –tion, not –ption.
  • Common misspelling due to pronunciation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Exception.

Q: Can I write acception?

A: No, it is wrong.

Q: Meaning?

A: Something excluded from a rule.

Summary

"Exception is correct; ‘Acception’ is wrong. Always use –tion ending."