Exempt and Enforce

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Exempt verb - Grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to.

Usage example: She exempted me from the exam

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Enforce is an antonym for exempt.

Nearby Words: exemption, exempting, exempted

Enforce verb - Ensure observance of laws and rules.

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Exempt is an antonym for enforce.

exempt power

enforce power

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