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
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
guisea form or style of dress : costume
entrancepower or permission to enter : admission
crypta chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground
ensueto strive to attain : pursue
candorunreserved, honest, or sincere expression : forthrightness
diversionthe act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation
subversivethe act of subverting : the state of being subverted
yena strong desire or propensity
renegadea deserter from one faith, cause, or allegiance to another