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leniency

noun

/ˈliːniənsi/

Meaning

The quality of being more merciful or tolerant than expected.

The judge showed leniency in his ruling.

show leniency

mercy, compassion, tolerance, forgiveness

harshness, severity, cruelty

judicial leniency, show leniency, leniency policy

the action or state of forcing or being forced to do something; an irresistible urge to behave in a...

The act or sport of swimming.

a feeling of reassurance and comfort after stress or discomfort

the framework of a bed; a bed frame without bedding

A permanent military station or garrison town.

a small bubble on the skin filled with serum and caused by friction, burning, or other damage