Definition of relent

• v. i. - To become less rigid or hard; to yield; to dissolve; to melt; to deliquesce.
• v. i. - To become less severe or intense; to become less hard, harsh, cruel, or the like; to soften in temper; to become more mild and tender; to feel compassion.
• v. t. - To slacken; to abate.
• v. t. - To soften; to dissolve.
• v. t. - To mollify ; to cause to be less harsh or severe.
• n. - Stay; stop; delay.