GRE Word List

LENIENCY

the quality or state of being lenient

The meaning of the word leniency is the quality or state of being lenient.

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WordMeaning
lustusually intense or unbridled sexual desire : lasciviousness
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
regimenta military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions
tauthaving no give or slack : tightly drawn
superannuatedoutmoded
torsothe human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk
indignityan act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult
obnoxiousodiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive