nounπShareStay; stop; delay."The storm showed no relent, continuing to batter the coast with heavy rain and strong winds. "actiontimeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA relenting."The teacher's relenting on the strict homework policy was a relief to the students. "attitudecharacteractionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo 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."characterattitudeemotionactionmindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo slacken; to abate."He will not relent in his effort to reclaim his victory."conditionnatureattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo lessen, make less severe or intense."After hours of begging, my mom finally relented and let me go to the party. "conditionnatureattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(of substance) To become less rigid or hard; to soften; to yield, for example by dissolving or melting"The frozen yogurt slowly relented as it sat on the counter, softening and becoming easier to scoop. "materialsubstanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareSofthearted; yielding"My teacher was very relent in her grading, giving extra credit to students who showed effort. "characterattitudemindChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
