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

The de minimis exemption was heavily exploited in the retail industry, especially by e-commerce giants like Shein and Temu that sell large quantities of low-price clothes and other goods. — Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 13 Aug. 2026

As reported by The Baltimore Sun in 2023, the final legislation was so riddled with exemptions that the revenue from it was negligible in comparison to other jurisdictions. — David Plymyer, Baltimore Sun, 13 Aug. 2026

School tax revenue would be shielded from the new exemptions. — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026

Like other major sports leagues, the WNBA’s eligibility rule is collectively bargained and thus protected by the non-statutory labor exemption. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 Aug. 2026