Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Mercifulness.
Mercifulness - as a noun
The feeling that motivates compassion
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mercy12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
compassion16compassionatenessHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A disposition to be kind and forgiving
Example: "In those days a wife had to depend on the mercifulness of her husband"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mercy12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
humaneness15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
mercilessness17Leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice
Example: "He threw himself on the mercy of the court"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clemency17mercy12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lenience10leniency13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Her mercifulness was evident in the way she forgave her enemies."
"The priest's mercifulness towards the sinner touched many hearts."
"As a judge, he was known for his mercifulness in sentencing."
"The mercifulness of the king saved the lives of the accused."
"She showed mercifulness by donating to the homeless shelter."
Word Game Points
Is MERCIFULNESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mercifulness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MERCIFULNESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is MERCIFULNESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mercifulness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMERCIFULNESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
Is MERCIFULNESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mercifulness is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMERCIFULNESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
