GRE Word List
RELENT
to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
The meaning of the word relent is to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cringe | to recoil in distaste |
| extraneous | existing on or coming from the outside |
| fulcrum | prop |
| dossier | a file containing detailed records on a particular person or subject |
| prohibitive | tending to prohibit or restrain |
| irony | the use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning |
| fanfare | a short and lively sounding of trumpets |
| raconteur | a person who excels in telling anecdotes |
| clamor | noisy shouting |
| gingerly | very cautious or careful |