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LENIENCY

(noun)

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)
leniencelenitymildness

A disposition to yield to the wishes of someone

Example: "Too much indulgence spoils a child"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
indulgencelenience
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
permissivenesstolerance
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lenience
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
tolerance
Hyponyms (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."
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Word Game Points

Is LENIENCY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leniency is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
LENIENCY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is LENIENCY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leniency is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LENIENCY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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