zachtheid

Definitions of zachtheid
  1. noun
    a disposition to be lenient in judging others
    synonyms: mildheid
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    type of:
    buigzaamheid, conniventie, consideratie, conveniëntie, coulance, inschikkelijkheid, meegaandheid, plooibaarheid, souplesse, toegeeflijkheid
    a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone
  2. noun
    mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant
    synonyms: mildheid
  3. noun
    the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic
    synonyms: mildheid
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    types:
    benevolentie, goedgunstigheid, toeschietelijkheid, welwillendheid
    an inclination to do kind or charitable acts
    naastenliefde
    a kindly and lenient attitude toward people
    levenskunst, savoir-vivre
    consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense
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