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.

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WordMeaning
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
rubblebroken fragments (as of rock) resulting from the decay or destruction of a building
lamentto mourn aloud : wail
salutaryproducing a beneficial effect : remedial
discombobulatedcharacterized by confusion or disorder
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
panoramicof, relating to, or resembling a panorama: such as
circuita usually circular line encompassing an area
writheto twist into coils or folds