noun (n)

• mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant(noun.attribute)

  Synonym:
  lenience, lenity, mildness
  

  source: wordnet30
• a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone(noun.attribute)

  Synonym:
  indulgence, lenience
  

  source: wordnet30
• lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers(noun.act)

  Synonym:
  lenience
  

  source: wordnet30