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clem·ent
 clement
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- pronunciation:
- kle
m
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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
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| 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
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| related words: |
balmy, easy, gracious, meek, merciful, soft |
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| derivation: |
clemently (adv.) |
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