relentless
Translation
relentless, persistent, unyielding
Examples
The relentless heat was unbearable.
The relentless heat was unbearable.
She was a relentless opponent.
She was a relentless opponent.
Grammar Patterns
relentless ((noun)) describes a noun as being persistent or unceasing The relentless rain continued for days.
Similar Words
Synonyms: persistent, unceasing, incessant; Antonyms: lenient, intermittent
Etymology
From 'relent' + '-less' (without). 'Relent' means to soften, so 'relentless' means 'without softening'.
Memory Tips
Think of something that has 'less' or no 'relenting' (stopping or easing up).