clemence

/klɛmɛns/ or /klemɛns/

Definitions

1. noun

a quality of gentleness, mildness, and mercy

“She showed remarkable clemence to her enemies after becoming the leader.”

2. noun

a grant of pardon or immunity

“The clemence was given to the soldier, allowing him to avoid punishment.”

Synonyms

  • leniency
  • mercy

Antonyms

  • harshness
  • severity