CEFR B2

relent

verb

Meaning

To become less intense or severe; to give way to another's demands or wishes.

Examples

The dictator refused to relent, even as his people starved.
After much pleading, the teacher finally relented and gave the student an extension.

Synonyms: ease, yield, soften, abate

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relent (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈlent/

Definition

To become less intense or severe; to give way to another's demands or wishes.

Examples

The dictator refused to relent, even as his people starved.
After much pleading, the teacher finally relented and gave the student an extension.
The wind did not relent all night, making sleep impossible.

How to Use relent

relent on (prepositional phrase): To give way or yield to someone or something. — "She finally relented on her decision to move abroad."
relentless (collocation): Continuing without becoming less intense or severe. — "His relentless pursuit of perfection made him a great artist."

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