Dictionary Check: leniency

"leniency" is a valid word!

Scrabble 13 points
Words with Friends 16 points

Definition

noun

mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant

noun

a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone

Example: "too much indulgence spoils a child"
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noun

lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers

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