clemencies

Meanings

• Noun

  The act of showing mercy or compassion, especially to those who deserve punishment or have made an offense.

• Noun

  The state or quality of being merciful or compassionate.

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Rhymes

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Mercy , Companionery , Venery

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Variants

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clemencies , clemency

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Etymology

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From Old French clémence, from clémir 'to be gentle, to forgive'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'clemency' is often used in the context of criminal justice, particularly when a sentence is reduced or commuted.

2. The ancient Greeks believed that the goddess Clemency was the protector of cities and the guardian of peace.

3. In some cultures, clemency is considered a virtue and a sign of strength, as it requires the ability to forgive and show compassion even in difficult situations.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mercy: The willingness to forgive and show compassion towards someone who has done wrong.

2. Compassion: A feeling of deep sympathy and concern for another who is suffering.

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Culture

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Clemencies have been a significant theme in literature, particularly in works that explore themes of forgiveness, mercy, and compassion. One famous example is Dante's Inferno, where the character Dante is granted clemency by the shades of the dead, allowing him to continue his journey through the underworld.

How to Memorize "clemencies"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a scene where someone is showing mercy to another person. Imagine the expressions on their faces and the emotions they are feeling.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'clemencies' with the feeling of compassion and forgiveness.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Clemencies: Compassionate, Loving, Empathetic, Merciful, Encouraging, Nurturing, Supporting, Yielding'.

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