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
debutanteone making a debut (see debut
fitfulcharacterized by fits or paroxysms
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate
camaraderiea spirit of friendly good-fellowship
compunctionanxiety arising from awareness of guilt
prongfork
inciteto move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on
hirelinga person who serves for hire especially for purely mercenary motives
supererogatoryobserved or performed to an extent not enjoined or required
mischancebad luck