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lenience

The word “lenience” has 3 syllables: le-ni-ence

It's pronounced as /ˈliːniəns/

What is synonym and antonym for lenience?

In the thesaurus, “lenience” has 39 synonyms and 69 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for lenience along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for lenience

Antonyms for lenience

Meanings of lenience

  • noun
    1. Leniency: mercy or forgiveness in the assignment of punishment.

Example Sentences

  • The judge showed lenience because it was the offender's first violation.
  • His parents' lenience often led to a lack of discipline.
  • She hoped for lenience after admitting her mistake.
  • The teacher’s lenience allowed the students to submit late assignments.
  • Some critics argue that too much lenience undermines justice.

On this page you'll find 108 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lenience, such as: abhorrence, abomination, affection, altruism, animosity, antagonism, antipathy.

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