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
interveneto occur, fall, or come between points of time or events
incubateto sit on (eggs) so as to hatch by the warmth of the body
abetto actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan)
determinationa judicial decision settling and ending a controversy
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
hubbubnoise
ineptgenerally incompetent : bungling
fleecethe coat of wool covering a wool-bearing animal (such as a sheep)
appriseto give notice to : tell
provenanceorigin