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
punctiliousmarked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions
jadedfatigued by overwork : exhausted
muralof, relating to, or resembling a wall
conclavea private meeting or secret assembly
microcosma little world
facsimilean exact copy
absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt
expungeto strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion
compulsivehaving power to compel
pitfalltrap