interception

noun

in·​ter·​cep·​tion ˌin-tər-ˈsep-shən 

1

a

: the action of intercepting

b

: the state of being intercepted

2

: something that is intercepted

especially : an intercepted forward pass

Examples of interception in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Lions rank fourth in the NFL in points per game, and Jared Goff has thrown nine touchdown passes without an interception. — Andy Scholes, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026

Rodriguez, through four games, does have one takeaway, an impressive interception in the Chiefs game, when Pat Mahomes’ pass deflected off wide receiver Rashee Rice’s hands and bounced high into the air. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026

Starter Adam Damante and Trey Hedden, who started the first four games of the season, each threw an interception for New Mexico State (2-4, 1-1). — ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026

Underwood was 10 of 21 passing for 101 yards with two interceptions. — CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for interception

• apperception
• contraception
• misconception
• misperception
• preconception
• conception
• deception
• exception
• inception
• perception
• reception
• intussusception