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
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
fakenot true, real, or genuine : counterfeit
farcestuff
decadencethe process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent
emanateto come out from a source
homilya usually short sermon
witherto become dry and sapless
nebulaany of numerous clouds of gas or dust in interstellar space
dispelto drive away or cause to vanish by or as if by scattering : dissipate
inveighto protest or complain bitterly or vehemently : rail