mercy
//ˈmɜːsi//
Noun
mercySingular
merciesPlural
1
Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one's power to punish or harm.
The judge showed mercy and gave him a lighter sentence.
2
An event or situation to be grateful for, especially because its occurrence prevents something unpleasant.
It's a mercy that no one was hurt in the accident.
3
Kind or forgiving treatment of someone who could be treated harshly.
The judge showed mercy and gave him a lighter sentence.