GRE Word List
CLEMENCY
disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due
The meaning of the word clemency is disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| anesthetic | of, relating to, or capable of producing anesthesia |
| insidious | having a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle |
| laceration | the act of lacerating |
| unwitting | not knowing : unaware |
| environ | encircle |
| askew | out of line : at an angle |
| mutinous | disposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious |
| woe | a condition of deep suffering from misfortune, affliction, or grief |
| manacle | a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff |
| indemnify | to secure against hurt, loss, or damage |
