residual
Translation
residual, remaining
Examples
There was some residual glue on the surface.
There was some residual glue on the surface.
He still feels some residual anger.
He still feels some residual anger.
Grammar Patterns
residual ((noun)) remaining after the main part has gone There was some residual glue on the surface.
Similar Words
Synonyms: remaining, leftover, lingering
Etymology
From Latin `residuum` 'a remainder,' from `residere` 'to remain behind.' It describes what is left behind.
Memory Tips
Think of the noun 'residue,' which is the stuff left over. 'Residual' is the adjective form describing that stuff.