GRE Word List
RESIDUE
something that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
The meaning of the word residue is something that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| diaphanous | characterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through |
| adjuration | a solemn oath |
| prudent | characterized by, arising from, or showing prudence: such as |
| covetous | marked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions |
| bacchanal | orgy |
| dismember | to cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of |
| idiosyncrasy | a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality |
| sacrosanct | most sacred or holy : inviolable |
| gustatory | relating to or associated with eating or the sense of taste |
| 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 |