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UK:^*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈliːniənt/

US:USA pronunciation: IPAUSA pronunciation: IPA/ˈliniənt, ˈlinjənt/

US:USA pronunciation: respellingUSA pronunciation: respelling(lē′nē ənt, lēn′yənt)

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lenient
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Sense: Adjective: not strict

Synonyms:

soft , lax, relaxed , slack , softhearted, soft-hearted, clement, permissive, indulgent, sympathetic , merciful, compassionate , understanding , obliging

Antonyms:

severe , firm , austere, strict , merciless, rigorous, stringent , harsh , stern , cruel , demanding , inhumane, relentless , unforgiving, cruel

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