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RELENT

(verb, noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Relent.

How to pronounce relent:

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Relent - as a verb

Give in, as to influence or pressure

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
softenyield
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Relent - as a noun

Stay; stop; delay.

A relenting.

Relent - as an adjective

Softhearted; yielding

Example Sentences

"Despite his initial refusal, he eventually relented and agreed to help us."
"After hours of negotiation, the company finally relented and agreed to a lower price."
"She kept begging until her parents relented and let her go to the concert."
"The strict teacher never relented in his discipline, even on the last day of school."
"I pleaded with my boss to give me the day off, and he finally relented."
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Word Game Points

Is RELENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, relent is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RELENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is RELENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, relent is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RELENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is RELENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, relent is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RELENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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