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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rake | an implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground |
| bloated | overfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc. |
| pinch | to squeeze between the finger and thumb or between the jaws of an instrument |
| trigger | a piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it |
| metaphysical | of or relating to metaphysics |
| gesticulation | the act of making gestures |
| pithy | consisting of or abounding in pith |
| refrain | curb |
| guise | a form or style of dress : costume |
| procrastinate | to put off intentionally and habitually |