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loophole Synonyms

Another word for loophole

Choosing another word for loophole depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An ambiguity, omission, or inadequacy in a law, contract, or set of rules that allows someone to evade an obligation, restriction, or penalty.

Usage Example

"The corporation hired a team of clever accountants to find a tax technicality and legally save millions of dollars."

Strong
technicality
escape clause
escape hatch
out
ambiguity
Weak
subterfuge

• noun (Context 2)

A narrow vertical slit or small opening in a wall or fortification through which weapons can be fired or light and air admitted.

Usage Example

"The medieval castle's thick stone walls were pierced by narrow loopholes, allowing archers to safely defend the courtyard from attackers."

Strongest
arrow slit
Strong
embrasure
meurtriere
crenelle
slit
Weak
aperture

• Nearby Words

loop
looped
looper
loophole
loopy
loose
loosebox

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Loophole. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/loophole
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