Merciful Definition & Meaning
merciful
- adjective
- showing or giving mercy; "sought merciful treatment for the captives"; "a merciful god"
- (used conventionally of royalty and high nobility) gracious; "our merciful king"
"Merciful" in song lyrics
See how merciful is used in real songs:
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"Ap ain't merciful"
Apathy f/ Celph Titled, Motive, Styles of Beyond — Live at the BBQ -
"So Gracious and Merciful"
The Cross Movement feat. Michelle Bonilla — Lord You Are -
"The Most Merciful"
Fesu — Scariest M.F. Gonna Shoot
Words that rhyme with merciful
Usage tips for "merciful"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "merciful" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for merciful to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does merciful mean?
- showing or giving mercy; "sought merciful treatment for the captives"; "a merciful god" (used conventionally of royalty and high nobility) gracious; "our merciful king"
- What part of speech is merciful?
- Merciful is an adjective.
- How many definitions does merciful have?
- Merciful has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).