1. frees or excuses from a duty, obligation, or requirement
Usage: third person singular present

1. people who are freed from certain duties or requirements
Usage: plural

Examples

• The new law exempts small businesses from certain regulations.
• Religious belief exempts him from military service.
• The school exempts honor students from final exams.
• Tax exempts include certain charitable organizations.
• The policy exempts seniors from paying full price.
• Medical conditions may qualify someone as exempts from jury duty.