Meaning of the word exempt in English

What does exempt mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

exempt

US /ɪɡˈzempt/

UK /ɪɡˈzempt/

free from an obligation or liability imposed on others

Example:

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Students are exempt from paying taxes on their scholarships.

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The new law will exempt small businesses from certain regulations.

Synonym:

immune privileged excused absolved not liable

to free from an obligation or liability imposed on others

Example:

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The government decided to exempt certain goods from import duties.

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They tried to exempt themselves from the new rules.

Synonym:

release excuse absolve discharge let off

Related Word:

exemption