GRE Word List

RESIDUAL

remainder

The meaning of the word residual is remainder.

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WordMeaning
tycoona businessperson of exceptional wealth, power, and influence : magnate
hordea political subdivision of central Asian nomads
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steeplofty
aperturean opening or open space : hole
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internecineof, relating to, or involving conflict within a group
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fiascoa complete failure
modulateto tune to a key or pitch