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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| vertex | the top of the head |
| eschew | to avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun |
| astute | having or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever |
| germinate | to cause to sprout or develop |
| entree | the act or manner of entering : entrance |
| accolade | a mark of acknowledgment : award |
| exclaim | to cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion |
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| coeval | of the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration |