Relent
Pronunciation:/rɪˈlɛnt/
EN→ZH
Quick Translations
- 减轻
- 缓和
- 妥协
- 松懈
Definitions
verb
Definition
to become less severe, intense, or strict; to soften in feeling or attitude
In ZH
变得不那么严厉、强烈或严格；在感觉或态度上软化
Examples
- After much persuasion, he finally relented and agreed to help.
- The storm had relented, allowing us to continue our journey.
- She was initially opposed to the plan, but eventually relented after hearing the arguments.
- The teacher relented and gave the students extra time for the assignment.
- He relented in his punishment after realizing the mistake.