merciful
adjective
mer·ci·ful
ˈmər-si-fəl 
: full of mercy : compassionate
a merciful ruler
also
: providing relief
a merciful end
Examples of merciful in a Sentence
He became less merciful to his enemies.
He died a quick and merciful death.
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Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2025
Not only did the team put an offensive moniker that shall remain nameless in this space in its past, but Snyder's sad and disturbing reign as owner finally came to a merciful end.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 21 July 2025
Savory pork and briny tapenade slam against your palate, while a merciful scattering of greens doused with lemon juice softens the blow.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
Orner practices merciful distillation, infusing every word with regret, sorrow, or wonder.
—Donna Seaman
june 18, Literary Hub, 18 June 2025
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“Merciful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/merciful. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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merciful
adjective
mer·ci·ful
ˈmər-si-fəl
: having or showing mercy : compassionate
a merciful ruler
mercifully
adverb
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