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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| distill | to let fall, exude, or precipitate (see precipitate |
| stealth | a cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection |
| brochure | pamphlet |
| broil | to cook by direct exposure to radiant heat : grill |
| cabal | the contrived schemes of a group of persons secretly united in a plot (as to overturn a government) |
| clasp | a device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together |
| mesmerize | to subject to mesmerism |
| placebo | a usually pharmacologically inert preparation prescribed more for the mental relief of the patient than for its actual effect on a disorder |
| gust | the sensation of taste |
| stalwart | marked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit |