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
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
graphicof or relating to the pictorial arts
collateto compare critically
tepidmoderately warm : lukewarm
unaccountablenot to be accounted for : inexplicable
delveexcavate
rakishof, relating to, or characteristic of a rake : dissolute
solicitto make petition to : entreat
venisonthe edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer
adjurationa solemn oath