lenient
/ˈliːniənt/
CEFR level C1Topic GovernmentWord #5833 in the learning path
宽大的；不严厉的
Definitions
adj. less strict or severe when enforcing rules or giving punishment
宽大的；不严厉的
Example
Our teacher was lenient when I submitted homework late.
我迟交作业时，老师宽容地处理了。
Some argue that lenient penalties for illegal dumping fail to discourage companies from damaging the environment.
有人认为，对非法倾倒垃圾的宽松处罚无法阻止企业破坏环境。
Collocations
- lenient with someone
- a lenient sentence
- lenient treatment
Word family
- leniency (n.)
- leniently (adv.)
Synonyms
- tolerant
- permissive
Antonyms
- strict
- harsh
Usage tip
对人宽容用lenient with；常涉及规则或处罚。
FAQ
- What does lenient mean?
- less strict or severe when enforcing rules or giving punishment
- How is lenient pronounced?
- UK /ˈliːniənt/, US /ˈliːniənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
