GRE Word List
RESIDUAL
remainder
The meaning of the word residual is remainder.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| residue | something that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant |
| tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
| trifling | lacking in significance or solid worth: such as |
| ape | any of various large tailless semi-erect primates of Africa and southeastern Asia (such as the chimpanzee, gorilla, orangutan, or gibbon) |
| diffidence | the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident |
| crass | gross |
| adventitious | coming from another source and not inherent or innate |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| conjugal | of or relating to the married state or to married persons and their relations : connubial |