Search results
- DictionaryClem·en·cy/ˈklemənsē/
noun
- 1. mercy; lenience: "an appeal for clemency"
The meaning of CLEMENCY is disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due. How to use clemency in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Clemency.
Clemency is mercy or the quality of being lenient. Clemency is most commonly used in a legal context for situations in which a prisoner is officially pardoned or has their sentence shortened. Example: The governor has granted her clemency, meaning she will be released early.
noun [ U ] us / ˈklem·ən·si / Add to word list. an act of mercy by a person in authority toward someone who has committed a crime, esp. by reducing a punishment: The governor refused to grant him clemency, and he was executed at 9 a.m. yesterday. (Definition of clemency from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)
clemency. noun [ U ] us / ˈklem·ən·si /. Add to word list Add to word list. an act of mercy by a person in authority toward someone who has committed a crime, esp. by reducing a punishment: The governor refused to grant him clemency, and he was executed at 9 a.m. yesterday.
Definitions of clemency. noun. leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice. synonyms: mercifulness, mercy. see more. noun. good weather with comfortable temperatures. synonyms: mildness. see more. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Clemency."
See clemency in the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Check pronunciation: clemency. Definition of clemency noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
OVERVIEW. FAQ. What is the difference between clemency and a pardon? What are the types of clemency? What are the requirements for clemency? Can I really get my firearm rights back? How much does this cost? How long does this process take? Have more questions? Get in touch. DONATE. REQUEST ASSISTANCE.
