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Merciful

Verb Another word for merciful — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

showing mercy or forgiveness

Synonyms & similar words

merciless compassionate kind forgiving lenient gracious clement charitable benevolent humane sympathetic tenderhearted soft-hearted understanding indulgent magnanimous big-hearted tolerant patient benign lenitive

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