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
raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier
quarrygame
whitthe smallest part or particle imaginable : bit
adversaryone that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue
dominaterule
mischiefa specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent
haranguea speech addressed to a public assembly
correlateeither of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife)
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism