🤲relent

Meaning

to become less severe, harsh, or strict

Example Sentences

After hours of begging, she finally relented.

Example Expressions

relent in the face of

Synonyms

yield, soften, give in, concede

Antonyms

resist, persist, continue

Collocations

relent slightly, relent after pressure, relent eventually

More Example Sentences

There's a relentless downpour today.