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 |
|---|---|
| contrived | having an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial |
| orgy | secret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing |
| seduce | to persuade to disobedience or disloyalty |
| gingerly | very cautious or careful |
| humid | containing or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive |
| ancillary | subordinate |
| penitent | feeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant |
| attenuate | to lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken |
| forthright | free from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point |
| bastion | a projecting part of a fortification |