1. plural of lenity; acts of mercy, clemency, or gentleness
Usage: formal

Examples

• The judge was known for his lenities toward first-time offenders.
• Her lenities in dealing with difficult students made her popular among parents.
• The king’s lenities were seen as weakness by his enemies.
• Despite the crime’s severity, the court showed unexpected lenities.
• The teacher’s lenities with late assignments helped struggling students.
• Historical records show the ruler’s lenities toward political prisoners.