LENITIVE


Meaning of LENITIVE in English

adjective Etymology: Middle English lenitif, from Middle French, from Medieval Latin lenitivus, from Latin lenitus, past participle of lenire Date: 15th century alleviating pain or harshness ; soothing , ~ noun ~ly adverb

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