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
relevanthaving significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
archaeologythe scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
discomfitto put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert
broodthe young of an animal or a family of young
phobiaan exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation
reticentinclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved
substantiateto give substance or form to : embody
innocuousproducing no injury : harmless