mercy (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈmɜːrsi/
Definition
Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one's power to punish or harm.
Examples
The judge showed mercy to the young offender, giving him a lighter sentence.
She pleaded for mercy, promising to change her ways.
In a moment of mercy, he decided not to report the small theft.
How to Use mercy
- mercy on (prepositional phrase)
- To show compassion or forgiveness towards someone. — "Have mercy on us, Lord!"
- show mercy (collocation)
- To act with compassion or forgiveness. — "The general refused to show mercy to the enemy soldiers."
- plead for mercy (collocation)
- To earnestly ask for forgiveness or leniency. — "The accused man pleaded for mercy from the jury."
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