Relents

noun

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.nounStay; stop; delay.

2.nounA relenting.

3.verbTo become less severe or intense; to become less hard, harsh, or cruel; to soften in temper

"He had planned to ground his son for a month, but relented and decided to give him a stern lecture instead."

4.verbTo slacken; to abate.

"He will not relent in his effort to reclaim his victory."

5.verbTo lessen, make less severe or intense.

6.verb(of substance) To become less rigid or hard; to soften; to yield, for example by dissolving or melting

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