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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

veniality

/ˌvɛniˈælɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does veniality mean?

noun

The quality of being able to be forgiven or excused, especially for a minor fault or offense. A mild or trivial sin.

Example

"The priest's veniality towards the parishioner's minor transgression was a hallmark of his compassionate nature."

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