SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
impunity
noun
Freedom from punishment or adverse consequences for wrongdoing.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Freedom from punishment
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Usage distinction
Return to topImpunity concerns escaping penalties for conduct; legal immunity has specific limits and is not a blanket equivalent.
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See impunity in use
Members could not ignore the rules with impunity.
Fairness required distinguishing the cases rather than letting deliberate misconduct pass with impunity.
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