Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

residually

adverb
/ˌrɛzɪˈdjuːəli/
Definition
In a manner relating to something that remains after the main part has been removed.
Examples
  • The profits from the sale were residually allocated to the community fund.
  • She found residually interesting pieces of art in the background of the photograph.
  • The company’s revenues improved residually after implementing the new strategy.
Meaning
Residually refers to what is left over or remaining, often after the primary or significant part has been accounted for.
Synonyms
  • remaining
  • leftover
  • extra
  • surplus