Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
residual
Adjective
/rɪˈzɪdʒʊəl/
Definition
Remaining after the greater part or quantity has gone.
Examples
- The residual effects of the drug can last for several hours.
- After the sale, there was a residual amount of inventory left over.
- She felt a residual sadness after moving away from her childhood home.
Meaning
Residual refers to something that is left over after other parts have been removed or dealt with.
Synonyms
- Remaining
- Leftover
- Surplus
- Excess
