lenient

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/ˈliːni.ənt/ English

Definitions

noun

A lenitive; an emollient.

adjective

Lax; not strict; tolerant of dissent or deviation“The standard is fairly lenient, so use your discretion.”

Related words

Synonyms

lax permissive soft easy clement indulgent undemanding relaxed slack relax slight softened low-level minor small modest

Antonyms

severe strict stringent unlenient

Associated

leniency harsher stricter sentence sentences offender stringent probation plea punishment harsh attitude

Rhymes

convenient inconvenient

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