transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈlē-nē-ənt, -nyənt ]
adjective
Etymology: Latin lenient-, leniens, present participle of lenire to soften, soothe, from lenis soft, mild; probably akin to Lithuanian lėnas tranquil — more at let
Date: 1652
1. : exerting a soothing or easing influence : relieving pain or stress
2. : of mild and tolerant disposition ; especially : indulgent
• le·nient·ly adverb