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lenient
01
(of a person) tolerant, flexible, or relaxed in enforcing rules or standards, often forgiving and understanding toward others
Examples
The lenient teacher allowed students extra time to complete assignments if they had valid reasons for delays.
The lenient parent often overlooked minor misbehavior and preferred to guide their child with patience rather than harsh punishment.
02
allowing behavior without strict control
Examples
They thought her too lenient with the children.
His lenient style let the team set their own pace.
03
not strict or severe in standards, punishment, or conditions
Examples
The court gave a lenient sentence.
Regulations here are lenient compared to other countries.
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