Eximís

Eximís is a neologistic term used in some contemporary philosophical and linguistic writings to signify a mode of reasoning or categorization that foregrounds exceptional cases which depart from general rules. Proponents describe eximís as a heuristic for identifying norms that hold only under ordinary conditions, while allowing for justified departures in specific circumstances. The term remains largely scholarly and is not widely integrated into standard jargon.

Etymology and forms: Eximís appears to be a blended coinage, drawing on the Latin eximius meaning “outstanding” and a suffix reminiscent of Greek-derived abstract nouns. In published work it is sometimes encountered in the form eximis. There is no single authoritative etymology, and usage varies by author.

Usage and scope: The concept has appeared in discussions of ethics, law, and philosophy of science, where it is used to denote exemptions or exceptional considerations that may justify deviating from a general rule. Critics note that without clear criteria eximís risks spreading ambiguity or enabling ad hoc reasoning. Supporters argue it helps formalize dialogue about exceptions rather than treating deviation as mere error.

See also: exceptionalism, exemption, normativity, case-based reasoning, exception.