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
wilyfull of wiles : crafty
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
collationa light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper
wispya small handful (as of hay or straw)
hereafterafter this in sequence or in time
irasciblemarked by hot temper and easily provoked anger
amokan episode of sudden mass assault against people or objects usually by a single individual following a period of brooding that has traditionally been regarded as occurring especially in Malaysian culture but is now increasingly viewed as psychopathological behavior occurring worldwide in numerous countries and cultures
deliberateto think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully
buffeta blow especially with the hand