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Monday, June 14, 2010

Word: RELENT (verb)
Meaning finally agree to something after refusing to do so initially.
Root of the word -
Synonyms capitulate, yield, accede, acquiesce, soften, melt, weaken.
Antonyms harden
Usage Despite all the blandishments we showered on him he did not relent from his obstinate stance.

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