Definition of LENIENCY

leniency

Meanings

Plural: leniencies

Noun

  • mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant
  • a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone
  • lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers
  • The quality of mercy or forgiveness, especially in the assignment of punishment as in a court case.
  • An act of being lenient.

Origin / Etymology

From lenient + -ency.

Scrabble Score: 13

leniency is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
leniency is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
leniency is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 16

leniency is a valid Words With Friends word