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 |
|---|---|
| anticlimax | the usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea |
| zealot | a zealous person |
| emaciated | very thin and feeble especially from lack of nutrition or illness |
| quarantine | a period of 40 days |
| earthly | characteristic of or belonging to this earth |
| bigotry | obstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot |
| bowdlerize | to expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar |
| palpitate | to beat rapidly and strongly : throb |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| cascade | a steep usually small fall of water |