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
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
corpusthe body of a human or animal especially when dead
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comityfriendly social atmosphere : social harmony
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fundamentalserving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic