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
ratiocinationthe process of exact thinking : reasoning
dowrythe money, goods, or estate that a woman brings to her husband in marriage
recountto relate in detail : narrate
astutehaving or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
gushto issue copiously or violently
martineta strict disciplinarian
garbledmade unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up
sagaciousof keen and farsighted penetration and judgment : discerning
betrayto lead astray