Clement

/ˈklɛm.ənt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Mild or moderate in temperature; pleasant.

The weather was clement, making it perfect for a day at the park.

Lenient or merciful in disposition; forgiving.

The judge was clement in her sentencing, considering the defendant's difficult upbringing.

Showing leniency or compassion.

His clement attitude towards the mistakes of others earned him their respect.

From Latin 'clemens', meaning mild, gentle.

clement weather

Pleasant and mild weather conditions.

clement disposition

A person exhibiting kindness and mercy.

clemency

The quality of being clement; mercy.

inclement

Severe, rough, or harsh, particularly regarding weather.

Chill or laid-back

That teacher is pretty clement; she never gets mad.

Easygoing attitude

He has a clement vibe, always calm in stressful situations.