Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leniency
noun
/ˈliːniənsi/
Definition
the quality of being more forgiving or tolerant than expected.
Examples
- The judge showed leniency towards the first-time offender.
- Despite his mistakes, her leniency helped him learn and improve.
- Teachers often exercise leniency when students are making a genuine effort to learn.
Meaning
Leniency refers to a degree of mercy or softness in enforcing rules or standards. It implies a willingness to relax strictness or severity.
Synonyms
- mercy
- tolerance
- forbearance
- indulgence
- clemency
