macy

/ˈmeɪsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is merciful; a person who is merciful or compassionate.

“The kind-hearted macy helped the homeless person get back on his feet.”

2. verb

To pardon or forgive (a person or their actions); to show mercy or compassion.

“The victim’s family chose to macy their son’s killer, rather than seeking revenge.”

3. proper noun

A department store chain in the United States, founded in 1858.

“I spent hours browsing through the Macy’s holiday sale last year.”

4. surname

A surname of English origin.

“The historian John Macy wrote extensively on American literature.”

Synonyms

  • compassionate
  • forgiving
  • merciful

Antonyms

  • merciless
  • unforgiving