relent (Meaning)
relent (v)
give in, as to influence or pressure
relent (v. i.)
To become less rigid or hard; to yield; to dissolve; to melt; to deliquesce.
To become less severe or intense; to become less hard, harsh, cruel, or the like; to soften in temper; to become more mild and tender; to feel compassion.
relent (v. t.)
To slacken; to abate.
To soften; to dissolve.
To mollify ; to cause to be less harsh or severe.
relent (n.)
Stay; stop; delay.
Synonyms & Antonyms of relent
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FAQs About the word relent
give in, as to influence or pressureTo become less rigid or hard; to yield; to dissolve; to melt; to deliquesce., To become less severe or intense; to become le
budge, capitulate, submit, concede, surrender,succumb,bow, blink, yield, acquiesce
fight, contend, fight, resist, contend,resist, face,oppose, confront, breast
Despite the relentless rain, the hikers refused to relent their journey.
The teacher's stern words did not relent the student's resolve to pass the exam.
The enemy troops refused to relent their advance, despite heavy casualties.
The drought persisted relentlessly, causing crops to wither and rivers to dry up.
