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impunity
[ im-pyoo-ni-tee ]
noun
- exemption from punishment.
- immunity from detrimental effects, as of an action.
impunity
/ ɪˈːɪɪ /
noun
- exemption or immunity from punishment or recrimination
- exemption or immunity from unpleasant consequences
a successful career marked by impunity from early mistakes
- with impunity
- with no unpleasant consequences
- with no care or heed for such consequences
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of impunity1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
But sadly, the federal government’s willingness to violate federal and international law with impunity didn’t begin with Trump.
Never let another man take from you w/ impunity.
"Israel's continued impunity as an illegal occupying power encourages it to commit further crimes," it warned.
Collusion between gangs and police and politicians has long impeded justice in Mexico, nurturing a culture of impunity.
"President Prabowo appears intent on restoring the Indonesian military's role in civilian affairs, which were long characterised by widespread abuses and impunity," said Andreas Harsono, senior Indonesia researcher at Human Rights Watch.
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