GRE Word List

RESIDUAL

remainder

The meaning of the word residual is remainder.

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WordMeaning
pietythe quality or state of being pious: such as
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
oatha solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
domicilea dwelling place : place of residence : home
ambiencea feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
reprimanda severe or formal reproof
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
slagthe dross or scoria of a metal