"Scot-free" is a phrase which means to escape a punishment or responsibility without incurring any consequences. Other synonyms for this phrase include "unscathed", "unharmed", "unpunished", "untouched" and "unaffected". Other related phrases that convey a similar meaning are "get away with murder", "to walk away", and "to get off the hook". It is important to note that these phrases convey different degrees of severity in relation to the offence committed. The phrase "scot-free" is often used in a negative context and can be used to express disapproval or frustration at someone escaping punishment.