exemptile

/ɛksˈɛmptail/ (eks-empt-ale)

Definitions

1. noun

a person who is exempt or free from a particular duty, liability, or obligation.

“The exemptile clause in the contract allowed the company to avoid paying taxes for the year.”

2. verb

to declare or make someone exempt from a particular duty, liability, or obligation.

“The judge exemptiled the defendant from paying the fine due to extenuating circumstances.”

3. adjective

relating to or characterized by exemption or freedom from a particular duty, liability, or obligation.

“The exemptile status of the non-profit organization allowed it to receive tax-free donations.”

Synonyms

  • exempt
  • privileged

Antonyms

  • liable
  • responsible