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

WordMeaning
emaciatedvery thin and feeble especially from lack of nutrition or illness
impregnableincapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable
propheticof, relating to, or characteristic of a prophet or prophecy
caliberdegree of mental capacity or moral quality
suppositionsomething that is supposed : hypothesis
perjurythe voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath : false swearing
capaciouscontaining or capable of containing a great deal
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
dissembleto hide under a false appearance
resortone that affords aid or refuge : resource