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relent Definition and Meaning in English (relent definition)

verb
Synonyms:give inyieldcapitulate
Quick Answer • Definition

Relent definition: To abandon a harsh intention or cruel treatment and become more lenient.

Definitions of Relent

  1. 1verb

    To abandon a harsh intention or cruel treatment and become more lenient.

  2. 2verb

    To give in to someone's pleas or demands after resisting for a time.

Example Sentences

formal

“The government refused to relent on its strict policies.”

casual

“After hours of negotiation, he finally relented and signed the agreement.”

casual

“She hoped her father would relent and let her go to the party.”

Synonyms

give inyieldcapitulatesoftenback down

Antonyms

persistresiststand firmhold out

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Inflected Word Forms

third person singularrelents
past tenserelented
present participlerelenting

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Relent definition: To abandon a harsh intention or cruel treatment and become more lenient.
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