impunity
nounFreedom from punishment or adverse consequences for wrongdoing.
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adjectiveIntended to impose punishment or a penalty.
remission
nounThe cancellation, reduction, or suspension of a penalty, obligation, or burden.
retribution
nounPunishment imposed in response to wrongdoing.
sanction
nounOfficial authorization; also a penalty used to enforce a rule.
Official permission
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