Forgivingness


[fer-giv-ing] /fərˈgɪv ɪŋ/

adjective
1.
disposed to ; indicating :
a forgiving soul; a forgiving smile.
2.
tolerant:
The mountain is not forgiving of inexperienced climbers.
/fəˈɡɪvɪŋ/
adjective
1.
willing to forgive; merciful
adj.

“inclined to forgive,” 1680s, from present participle of forgive. Related: Forgivingness.

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