Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Lenient.
How to pronounce lenient:
US
Lenient - as an adjective satellite
Tolerant or lenient
Example: "Indulgent parents risk spoiling their children"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
indulgent11soft7Characterized by tolerance and mercy
Lenient - as a noun
A lenitive; an emollient.
Lenient - as an adjective
Lax; not strict; tolerant of dissent or deviation
Example: "The standard is fairly lenient, so use your discretion."
Example Sentences
"The judge was lenient and gave the first-time offender a light sentence."
"My parents are usually lenient with my curfew as long as I let them know ahead of time."
"The lenient teacher allowed the students to hand in their assignments a day late."
"Despite the strict rules, the supervisor was surprisingly lenient about employees taking breaks."
"The school is known for its lenient dress code, allowing students to wear casual clothes."
Word Game Points
Is LENIENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lenient is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LENIENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is LENIENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lenient is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLENIENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is LENIENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lenient is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLENIENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
