Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Leniency.
Leniency - as a noun
Mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lenience10lenity9mildness11A disposition to yield to the wishes of someone
Example: "Too much indulgence spoils a child"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
indulgence14lenience10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
permissiveness21tolerance11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lenience10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
tolerance11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The judge showed leniency and reduced the punishment for the first-time offender."
"The company policy allows for some leniency in employee attendance."
"The teacher granted leniency to the student who was struggling with personal issues."
"The government has been urged to show leniency towards refugees seeking asylum."
"The coach showed leniency by allowing the injured player to rejoin the game."
Word Game Points
Is LENIENCY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leniency is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LENIENCY has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is LENIENCY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, leniency is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLENIENCY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is LENIENCY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leniency is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLENIENCY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
