residual
Pronunciation
Adjective
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
Remaining after the main part of something has been used, removed, or finished.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
remaining
leftover
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "There was still a _____ smell of smoke in the room weeks after the fire."
Answer: residual
In your own words, what does "residual" mean?
Remaining after the main part of something has been used, removed, or finished.
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