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
promiscuoushaving or involving many sexual partners : not restricted to one sexual partner or few sexual partners
hypotheticalinvolving or being based on a suggested idea or theory : being or involving a hypothesis : conjectural
incendiaryigniting combustible materials spontaneously
invalidnot valid:
inferto derive as a conclusion from facts or premises
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
calamitya disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress and suffering
adhereto hold fast or stick by or as if by gluing, suction, grasping, or fusing
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
contraveneto go or act contrary to : violate