Clemency
Clemency [ KLEM-uh'n-see ] | |
[ noun ] | |
MEANING : | |
1. the quality of being merciful or having the disposition to show leniency or compassion 2. the act of being merciful 3. mildness of (weather) | |
USAGE EXAMPLE 1 : | |
He pleaded guilty and begged the court for clemency. |