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
decelerateto reduce the speed of : slow down
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
facadethe front of a building
glaringhaving a fixed look of hostility, fierceness, or anger
corpusclea minute particle
transmuteto change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form
decoya pond into which wildfowl are lured for capture
phlegmaticresembling, consisting of, or producing the humor phlegm
passepast one's prime