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
passiveacted upon by an external agency
outskirtsa part remote from the center : border
accoutreto provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom
serpentineof or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement)
compassionsympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it
adventitiouscoming from another source and not inherent or innate
decolletewearing a strapless or low-necked dress
presagesomething that foreshadows or portends a future event : omen
beneficentdoing or producing good