GRE Word List

RESIDUAL

remainder

The meaning of the word residual is remainder.

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WordMeaning
alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)
ensueto strive to attain : pursue
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
founderone that founds or establishes
fulminateto utter or send out with denunciation
scantylimited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent
spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting
castrateto deprive (a male animal or person) of the testes
clariona medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones