单词 | lenient |
释义 | lenient (once / 1904 pages) adj If you're not overly strict, and you show tolerance and mercy when someone does something wrong, you're being lenient. Lenient means tolerant or relaxed, and is usually used when we’re talking about someone’s attitude toward discipline. In 19th-century child-rearing books, we often read about strict teachers who punish children just for squirming in their seats. These days teachers are more likely to be lenient, more understanding. If you're a big fan of discipline and punishment, however, lenient might mean "soft" or "indulgent." WORD FAMILYlenient: lenience, leniency, leniently+/leniency: leniencies USAGE EXAMPLESThe original peace deal, rejected at a referendum on 2 October, was seen by many as too lenient towards the rebels. BBC(Dec 28, 2016) Anderson ultimately rejected Baca’s plea deal, saying it was too lenient. Los Angeles Times(Dec 24, 2016) Others accused the court of being unnecessarily lenient on Lagarde. Washington Post(Dec 19, 2016) 1adj tolerant or lenient Syn indulgent, soft permissive granting or inclined or able to grant permission; not strict in discipline 2adj characterized by tolerance and mercy Syn clement (used of persons or behavior) inclined to show mercy 3adj not strict lenient rules Syn undemanding requiring little if any patience or effort or skill |
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