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

WordMeaning
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
vertexthe top of the head
eschewto avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun
astutehaving or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever
germinateto cause to sprout or develop
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
accoladea mark of acknowledgment : award
exclaimto cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
coevalof the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration