Select the word that is closest in meaning to the given word.
IMPUNITY
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Immunity
Impunity means freedom from punishment for doing something wrong. Its synonym is immunity. Example: Speeding trucks jump the signal at this crossing with impunity.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Impudence | rude behaviour that shows no respect | The boy’s impudence in answering back the teacher shocked the class. |
| (2) Leniency | being gentle when punishing someone (a light punishment, not no punishment) | The coach showed leniency and let the late players join practice. |
| (3) Notoriety | being famous for something bad | The flyover gained notoriety for its daily traffic jams. |
| (4) Immunity (answer) | protection from punishment or from something harmful (same as impunity) | The witness was given immunity in return for telling the truth in court. |
| Synonyms of impunity: immunity, exemption, freedom from punishment Antonyms of impunity: punishment, accountability |