exemption
[noun]
Synonyms: immunity, absolution, discharge, dispensation, exception, exoneration, freedom, release

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Related Words: exception, discharge, freedom, release

[TahlilGaran] English Synonym Dictionary ▲

ex‧emp‧tion /ɪɡˈzempʃən/ noun

1. [countable] an amount of money that you do not have to pay tax on:
You qualify for a tax exemption on the loan.

2. [uncountable and countable] permission not to do or pay something that you would normally have to do or pay
exemption from
exemption from customs duties
The commission granted temporary exemptions.

[TahlilGaran] Dictionary of Contemporary English ▲

exemption
noun
ADJ. complete, full, total | blanket The bill gives sensitive police files a blanket exemption.
partial | temporary | special | tax
VERB + EXEMPTION be entitled to, be subject to, enjoy, qualify for These goods are subject to exemption from tax. They enjoyed exemption from customs duties on goods to be used by themselves.
apply for, claim, seek | gain, get, obtain | give (sb), grant (sb) | refuse | waive (law)
EXEMPTION + VERB apply (to sb/sth), cover sb/sth, relate to sb/sth The exemption which applies to home-buyers.
EXEMPTION + NOUN clause
PREP. ~ for There are parking restrictions in the city centre with exemptions for disabled drivers.
~ from You may be able to apply for exemption from local taxes.
~ on tax exemptions on gifts to spouses

[TahlilGaran] Collocations Dictionary ▲