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clement

clem·ent

clement

 
pronunciation:
kle mnt
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: inclined to be merciful or forgiving; lenient.
He was a clement man, but this was beyond his ability to forgive.
antonyms:
barbarous, harsh
similar words:
easy, lenient, sparing
definition 2: not very hot, cold, or stormy; mild; temperate.
They took advantage of the clement weather.
antonyms:
inclement
similar words:
fair, mild, moderate, temperate
derivation: clemently (adv.)