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Mercy

mercynoun
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Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one's power to punish or harm.
The judge showed mercy by giving the defendant a lighter sentence.
An event to be grateful for, especially because its occurrence prevents something unpleasant or provides relief from suffering.
The rain was a mercy for the farmers after a long drought.
A blessing that is an act of divine favor or compassion.
The safe return of the lost child was seen as a mercy by the community.
The state or condition of being subject to the power or control of another; complete dependence on another's will.
Small boats are at the mercy of sudden storms on the open sea.
Mercyproper noun
Used as a female given name.
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A female given name.
Mercy Johnson is a renowned Nigerian actress.
mercyverb
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(transitive, archaic) To show mercy to; to pardon or treat with compassion.
The king mercied the rebels and spared their lives.
mercyadjective
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Intended to relieve suffering or performed out of compassion; charitable.
A mercy mission brought food and medicine to the isolated village.
mercyinterjection
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Used to express surprise, distress, or a plea for leniency.
Mercy! I didn't expect you to arrive so early.
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