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 |
|---|---|
| retort | to pay or hurl back : return |
| magnate | a person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area |
| enthrall | to hold spellbound : charm |
| turncoat | one who switches to an opposing side or party |
| amalgamate | to unite in or as if in an amalgam |
| flashy | lacking in substance or flavor : insipid |
| methodical | arranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order |
| rationalize | to bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as |
| ligneous | of or resembling wood |
| braggadocio | empty boasting |