Clemente (en. Gracious)

/kleˈmente/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Who shows compassion and indulgence.
The judge was clement in issuing his sentence.
El juez fue clemente al dictar su sentencia.
Who is benevolent, forgiving, or does good.
His clement attitude earned him the respect of all.
Su actitud clemente le ganó el respeto de todos.
Who is gentle or moderate in dealings.
The clement climate of the region allows for the cultivation of various plants.
El clima clemente de la región permite cultivar diversas plantas.

Etymology

From Latin 'clementem', which means 'indulgent' or 'benign'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be clement
To act with compassion and benevolence.
ser clemente
to have a clement heart
To show kindness and forgiveness towards others.
tener un corazón clemente
clement judge
A judge who acts with indulgence in his decisions.
juez clemente

Related Words

clemency
Act of being indulgent or forgiving.
clemencia
mercy
Compassion felt towards people who are suffering.
misericordia
benignity
Quality of being benign or indulgent.
benignidad

Slang Meanings

A person who forgives very easily.
That girl is clement, she always forgives her boyfriend.
Esa chica es clemente, siempre perdona a su novio.
Gentle and understanding treatment.
The boss is clement with his employees.
El jefe es clemente con sus empleados.