Need another word that means the same as “loophole”? Find 12 synonyms for “loophole” in this overview.
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The synonyms of “Loophole” are: means of avoidance, means of evasion, means of escape, escape clause, escape route, hole, gap, opening, aperture, chink, slit, slot
Loophole as a Noun
Definitions of "Loophole" as a noun
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “loophole” as a noun can have the following definitions:
- An arrow slit in a wall.
- An ambiguity or inadequacy in the law or a set of rules.
- A small hole in a fortified wall; for observation or discharging weapons.
- An ambiguity (especially one in the text of a law or contract) that makes it possible to evade a difficulty or obligation.
Synonyms of "Loophole" as a noun (12 Words)
| aperture | An man-made opening; usually small. A refracting telescope with an aperture of 3 inches. |
| escape clause | The act of escaping physically. |
| escape route | An avoidance of danger or difficulty. |
| gap | A pass or way through a range of hills. He peeped through the gap in the curtains. |
| hole | An awkward situation. Stephen lost the first three holes to Eric. |
| means of avoidance | How a result is obtained or an end is achieved. |
| means of escape | Considerable capital (wealth or income. |
| means of evasion | How a result is obtained or an end is achieved. |
| opening | The act of opening something. They seem to have exploited fully the openings offered. |
| slit | A long narrow opening. Arrow slits. |
| slot | A slot machine that is used for gambling. He slid a coin into the slot of the jukebox. |
Usage Examples of "Loophole" as a noun
- They exploited tax loopholes.
