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impunity

/ɪmˈpjuːnɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does impunity mean?

noun

The state of being completely free from punishment or penalty, especially for a crime. The freedom from penalty or punishment for an action.

Example

"The politician's actions were carried out with impunity, despite the laws against them."

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