tax exempt

Legally without levies

Tax exempt describes income, organizations, or transactions not subject to taxation.

Nonprofits, charities, and religious institutions often hold tax-exempt status, meaning they don't pay income tax on donations received.

Certain purchases may be tax exempt: The church bought supplies tax exempt.

Tax-exempt bonds pay interest that isn't taxed by federal or state governments.

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Subject to government levy

taxed · dutiable · assessable · non-exempt · chargeable

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Intended to make money

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Had additional levy applied

overtaxed · ordinary income

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