[
UK
/ɛksˈɛpt/
]
[ US /ɪkˈsɛpt/ ]
[ US /ɪkˈsɛpt/ ]
Synonyms
To express opposition, often by argument
support
challenge
object
protest
demur
squawk
remonstrate
inveigh
take exception
Idioms: set up a squawk
(Informal) kick
expostulate
To keep from being admitted, included, or considered
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