| Word | clemency |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | N. |
| Definition | disposition to be lenient; mildness, as of the weather. |
| Sentence | The lawyer was pleased when the case was sent to Judge Smith's chambers because Smith was noted for her clemency toward first offenders. We decided to eat dinner in the garden to enjoy the unexpected clemency of the weather. |
Tags: psat
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