IMPUNITY Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

impunity

noun

im-ˈpyü-nə-tē

Definition of impunity

as in immunity

freedom from punishment, harm, or loss she mistakenly believed that she could insult people with impunity

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Recent Examples of impunity The massacre devastated Wilmington’s flourishing Black middle class and sent a message of impunity to white vigilantes nationwide. — Namara Smith, New Yorker, 5 Aug. 2026 And the Iranian regime could strike with impunity at its neighbors, including Israel. — Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026 Hernández now returns to the country to face corruption charges amid concerns that a weak justice system and his party’s return to the presidency will ensure his impunity. — ABC News, 26 July 2026 Hernández returns to Honduras to face corruption charges amid concerns that a weak justice system and his party’s return to the presidency will ensure his impunity. — Marlon González, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for impunity

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Noun

Two doses of the vaccines provides a lifetime immunity of 97% against measles, according to the CDC.

— Finch Walker, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
Claims about detox, immunity boosts, anti-aging and weight management draw much more skepticism from doctors.

— Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of immunity

Noun

The approach can provide thermal protection without pumps or circulating coolant.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
As a result, many drivers opt for uninsured motorist coverage for additional financial protection, which can increase insurance costs.

— McKynzie Steward, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of protection

Noun

The city could use the exemption as leverage in discussions with Moreno or a new owner, although leverage could work both ways.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
In the years since the exemptions went into effect, Wisconsin has become a major hub of data-center construction.

— Dan Kaufman, New Yorker, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of exemption

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