clemently

In forgiving manner

Clemently means in a merciful or lenient manner, showing mildness rather than harshness in judgment or punishment.

The adverb form of clement, it describes acts of forgiveness or gentle treatment: The judge ruled clemently, suspending the sentence.

The word is formal and uncommon, appearing mostly in legal or literary contexts.

merciful

compassionately

With caring concern

magnanimously · benevolently · charitably · humanely · indulgently · tolerantly · kindheartedly · sympathetically · understandingly · generously

mild

temperately

With self-control

softly · mildly · soothingly · pleasantly · mellow · warmly · agreeably · benignly · fairly · calmly

Opposites
severity of treatment or judgment

clementlyharshly

In severe manner

severely · mercilessly · ruthlessly · unforgivingly · punitively

Family

inclement, clement, clementine, inclemently

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G