Relent

To become less rigid or hard; to yield; to dissolve; to melt; to deliquesce.

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.

To slacken; to abate.

To soften; to dissolve.

To mollify ; to cause to be less harsh or severe.

Stay; stop; delay.