leniency meaning and definition

LENIENCY noun

Definition of leniency (noun)

1. mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant
   • synonyms: lenience, lenity, mildness
2. a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone
   • "too much indulgence spoils a child"
   • synonyms: indulgence, lenience
3. lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers
   • synonyms: lenience