Definition of Leniency

1. Noun. Mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant.

Exact synonyms: Lenience, Lenity, Mildness
Generic synonyms: Mercifulness, Mercy
Derivative terms: Lenient, Lenient

2. Noun. A disposition to yield to the wishes of someone. "Too much indulgence spoils a child"
Exact synonyms: Indulgence, Lenience
Generic synonyms: Permissiveness, Tolerance
Specialized synonyms: Softness
Derivative terms: Indulge, Indulgent, Indulgent, Lenient, Lenient

3. Noun. Lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers.
Exact synonyms: Lenience
Generic synonyms: Tolerance
Specialized synonyms: Clemency, Mercifulness, Mercy
Derivative terms: Lenient, Lenient

Definition of Leniency

1. the quality of being lenient [n -CIES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Leniency

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lengthways
lengthwise
lengthy
length of service
length of stay
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leniencies
leniency (current term)
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Lenin
Leningrad
Leninism
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lenite
lenited

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