1. the state of being free from an obligation, duty, or liability that applies to others
2. an amount of income that is not subject to tax
Usage: tax law

Examples

• Students received an exemption from the final exam if they maintained perfect attendance.
• Religious organizations often qualify for tax exemption status.
• The military draft included exemptions for certain medical conditions.
• She claimed a dependent exemption for her elderly mother on her tax return.
• The new law provides exemptions for small businesses with fewer than ten employees.
• His exemption from jury duty was approved due to his work as a doctor.
• The charity’s exemption from property taxes saved them thousands of dollars annually.