Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mercifully
adverb
/ˈmɜr.sɪ.f ə li/

Definition
In a manner that shows compassion or mercy; leniently.

Examples
- The judge mercifully reduced the sentence.
- She mercifully offered her help to the struggling student.
- He mercifully decided to end her suffering.

Meaning
Acting in a way that demonstrates kindness or forgiveness, especially towards someone in distress or suffering.

Synonyms
- compassionately
- leniently
- forgivingly
- kindly