Synonyms of exemption

exemption

noun

ig-ˈzem(p)-shən 

as in immunity

freedom from punishment, harm, or loss

those motorists who think that they can flout the town's parking regulations with exemption

Synonyms & Similar Words

• immunity
• protection
• defense
• security
• absolution
• impunity
• safety
• shield
• forgiveness
• cover
• armor
• screen
• guard
• safeguard
• bumper
• dispensation
• aegis
• buffer
• absolving

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• liability
• exposure
• susceptibility
• vulnerability
• openness
• susceptibleness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of exemption

County officials had repeatedly denied requests for a copy of Garza’s complaint against LeVota, citing exemptions in Missouri’s Sunshine Law about personnel records. — Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2026

The amendment would increase the property-tax exemption from $50,000 to $250,000 on primary homes by 2028. — Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2026

Massie is urging Congress to pass the Processing Revival and Intrastate Meat Exemption Act, which would expand federal meat inspection exemptions to include products prepared at local slaughter facilities that are to be sold in the same state. — Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Sep. 2026

Several advocacy groups pushed for a complete exemption, but the solution passed by lawmakers on Monday evening does fall short of that. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2026