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Mercy /ˈmɜːsi/

The meaning and definition of Mercy, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. Relenting; forbearance to cause or allow harm to another.
    “She took mercy on him and quit embarrassing him.”
  2. Forgiveness or compassion, especially toward those less fortunate.
    “Have mercy on the poor and assist them if you can.”
verb
  1. To feel mercy
  2. To show mercy; to pardon or treat leniently because of mercy
interjection
  1. Expressing surprise or alarm.
    “Mercy! Look at the state of you!”
Antonyms cruelty mercilessness ruthlessness

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