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.