lenient

UK
/ˈliː.ni.ənt/
US
/ˈlɪn.jənt/

Translations

lenientadjective
more lenient
Comp.
most lenient
Super.
UK
/ˈliː.ni.ənt/
US
/ˈlɪn.jənt/
The teacher was lenient with the students who submitted their assignments late.
Учитель был снисходителен к студентам, которые сдали свои задания с опозданием.
The judge was lenient in his sentencing, considering the circumstances.
Судья был мягок в вынесении приговора, учитывая обстоятельства.

Definitions

lenientadjective
Permissive, merciful, or tolerant in terms of rules or punishment.
The teacher was lenient with the students who submitted their assignments late.
Mild or gentle in effect, especially of weather or climate; not harsh or severe.
The region enjoys a lenient climate that allows farmers to grow crops year-round.