noun
Uncommon
exemption
ihg-ZEHM-shuhn
Exemption (noun) means the state of being freed from a duty, rule, or payment that would otherwise apply. Example: “The company applied for a tax exemption on its new equipment.”
noun
1
The state of being freed from a duty, rule, or payment that would otherwise apply.
"The company applied for a tax exemption on its new equipment."
"Students can request an exemption from the swimming requirement for medical reasons."
"Pensioners may be eligible for an exemption from paying the fee."
How to use exemption
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing officially let off from something everyone else has to do.
Common pairings
tax exemption
claim an exemption
exemption from
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- Plural
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Etymology
From Latin exemptio, from eximere, "to take out, free."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “exemption” mean?
The word “exemption” means the state of being freed from a duty, rule, or payment that would otherwise apply. In plain terms, being officially let off from something everyone else has to do.
How do you pronounce “exemption”?
“Exemption” is pronounced ihg-ZEHM-shuhn (/ɪɡˈzɛm(p).ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “exemption” in a sentence?
Here is “exemption” used in a sentence: “The company applied for a tax exemption on its new equipment.”
What is another word for “exemption”?
Words with a similar meaning to “exemption” include dispensation, free pass, get out of jail free card and immunity.
What part of speech is “exemption”?
“Exemption” is a noun.
Where does the word “exemption” come from?
The word “exemption” comes from Latin. From Latin exemptio, from eximere, "to take out, free.".
Is “exemption” a common word?
“Exemption” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between exemption and exclusion?
Exemption refers to being freed from a duty, rule, or payment that would otherwise apply to you, such as a tax exemption, while exclusion refers more broadly to something left out or not covered, such as an exclusion in an insurance policy. Exemption implies an obligation was lifted, whereas exclusion implies something was never included in the first place.
What is a tax exemption?
A tax exemption is a specific form of exemption in which a person, organisation, or type of income is freed from paying a tax that would normally apply. Common examples include exemptions for charities, certain income thresholds, or specific goods and services.
What is the difference between exemption and waiver?
Exemption typically refers to a standing rule that frees a category of people or situations from a duty or payment, such as being exempt from jury duty due to age. A waiver is usually a specific, often one-time agreement in which a person voluntarily gives up a right or requirement, such as signing a liability waiver before an activity.
