Definition of Relent
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(v. i.) To become less rigid or hard; to yield; to dissolve; to melt; to deliquesce.
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(v. i.) 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.
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(v. t.) To slacken; to abate.
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(v. t.) To soften; to dissolve.
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(v. t.) To mollify ; to cause to be less harsh or severe.
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(n.) Stay; stop; delay.
Homophones of Relent
No Homophones Found.