Synonyms of immunity

immunity

noun

i-ˈmyü-nə-tē 

as in protection

freedom from punishment, harm, or loss

the suspect refused to name his partners unless he was granted immunity

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of immunity

Regarding the pace of the case, Thompson said the tricky thing with government entities — particularly child protective services — is that there are many immunities the government and its employees get for certain acts or failure to act. — Bay City News, Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2026

Eating walnuts regularly may bolster immunity, improve gut health, and aid satiety, thanks to key vitamins, minerals, and prebiotic compounds. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 1 Aug. 2026

The senators’ requests are in line with claims Blanche already made to the Senate about the scope of the immunity agreement being much narrower than the actual language of the deal suggests. — Alison Durkee, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

These nutrients are vital to muscle mass, growth and development, brain function, and immunity, among other bodily functions. — Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 30 July 2026