Mercifulness

The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • noun. The quality of being merciful; tenderness toward the faults or needs of others; readiness to forgive offense or relieve suffering.
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  • noun. The state of being merciful; mercy.
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  • noun. the feeling that motivates compassion
  • noun. leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice
  • noun. a disposition to be kind and forgiving
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