exemption

American  

[ig-zemp-shuhn] / ɪgˈzɛmp ʃən /

noun

1. the circumstances of a taxpayer, such as their age or number of dependents, that allow them to make certain deductions from taxable income.

2. the act of exempting.

3. the state of being exempted; immunity.

   Synonyms:

   exception

   Antonyms:

   liability

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Related Words

Exemption, immunity, impunity imply special privilege or freedom from imposed requirements. Exemption implies release or privileged freedom from some duty, tax, etc.: exemption from military service. Immunity implies freedom from a penalty or from some liability, especially one that is disagreeable or threatening: immunity from disease. Impunity (limited mainly to the fixed expression with impunity ) primarily suggests freedom from punishment: The police force was so inadequate that crimes could be committed with impunity.

Other Word Forms

• exemptive adjective
• nonexemption noun
• preexemption noun

Etymology

Origin of exemption

First recorded in 1350–1400; late Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin exemptiōn- (stem of exemptiō ) “removal.” See exempt, -ion

Example Sentences

She said exemptions were previously agreed in 2017 and ongoing risk mitigations continue to be applied as the ward remains open.

From BBC

Under a relaxation of the rules announced last year, some drivers may be granted an exemption to continue for a third season if it is thought to be beneficial for their development.

From BBC

Three California companies applied for and received presidential exemptions for their EtO emissions in July.

From Los Angeles Times

A potential 30-day exemption would apply largely to vessels carrying oil, gasoline, diesel, liquefied natural gas, and fertilizer, it added.

From Barron's

New tariffs, expected by mid-July, will likely differ from previous ones, requiring importers to conduct fresh analysis and anticipate targeted exemptions.

From Barron's

Related Words

• discharge
• dispensation
• exception
• immunity
• privilege