# clemency vs clement

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### clemency
*noun · IPA /ˈklɛ.mən.si/ · frequency rank #29,971*
The gentle or kind exercise of power; leniency, mercy; compassion in judging or punishing.

### clement
*adjective · IPA /ˈklɛmənt/ · frequency rank #16,436*
Lenient or merciful; charitable.

## Source
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