Dictionary Definition
lenience
Noun
2 a disposition to yield to the wishes of
someone; "too much indulgence spoils a child" [syn: indulgence, leniency]
3 lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore
by judges or parents or teachers [syn: leniency]
User Contributed Dictionary
English
Noun
lenience- Mercy or forgiveness in the
assignment of punishment.
- There was lenience in the sentence given by the court, and he got the minimum prison time.