leniency Get Printable Handwriting (le-ni-en-cy) 4 syllables Rhymes Learn It! Spelling Test Definition noun. kind gentle or compassionate treatment especially towards someone who is undeserving of it Example Sentence The judge was known for his leniency with first time offenders. Synonyms mercy; grace; charity; mercifulness Antonyms hardness; harshness; cruelty Rhymes Three Syllable Rhymes (1) leniency Share with your friends: