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
egothe self especially as contrasted with another self or the world
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
queerdiffering in some way from what is usual or normal : odd
purveyorone that purveys
fluxa flowing of fluid from the body: such as
expertisethe skill of an expert
recalcitrantobstinately defiant of authority or restraint
artifactsa usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object
penurya cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money)
strewto spread by scattering