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
finickyextremely or excessively particular, exacting, or meticulous in taste or standards
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
validhaving legal efficacy or force
emetican agent that induces vomiting
militantengaged in warfare or combat : fighting
egressa place or means of going out : exit
cadeta younger brother or son
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
variegateto diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs