n. the inclination to be merciful or forgiving; an act of mercy or forgiveness
The judge granted clemency for humanitarian reasons.
The judge granted clemency for humanitarian reasons.
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forgiveness; leniency; mercy
mercilessness;ruthlessness
3 syllables
clem-en-cy
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