Leniency Meaning
/ˈliːni.ən(t)si/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe quality of mercy or forgiveness, especially in the assignment of punishment as in a court case.
nounAn act of being lenient.
Sentence Examples
I thank you for your leniency.
Sami begged the judge for leniency.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The judge showed considerable ____ when sentencing the first-time offender in court.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The judge showed some ____ because it was the man's first offense and he had shown genuine remorse today.
Word Origin & History
From lenience + -y, from Latin lēn(iō) (“to soften, soothe”), from lēnis (“soft”).
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The judge showed considerable ____ when sentencing the first-time offender in court.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The judge showed some ____ because it was the man's first offense and he had shown genuine remorse today.