Synonyms for

Residue

Verb / ˈrezʌˌdu: / Another word for residue — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The part of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken away.

Synonyms & similar words

remainder residuum rest residual balance remains remainder rest balance leftovers surplus excess overspill redundancy extra superfluity overflow overplus surfeit overabundance extraordinary odd spare unused unconsumed

Synonyms by register

Formal

remainder remnant leavings dregs

Informal

leftovers scraps bits crumbs

Literary

aftermath vestige trace

Antonyms

beginning origin source start cause foundation basis

Common collocations

  • chemical residue
  • food residue
  • oil residue
  • drug residue
  • organic residue
  • remove residue
  • detect residue

Word family

noun residue
verb reside
adjective residual
adverb residually

Usage note

Residue typically refers to what is left behind after a process, often implying something undesirable or a small amount. It is commonly used in scientific and technical contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The residue from the glue was left on my fingers.
  2. I cleaned the residue off the counter with a sponge.
  3. The residue in the bottle was too small to use.
  4. The residue of the paint was still wet.
  5. The residue from the fire was left over ashes.

Quotes

  • The residue of friendship is a cordial communication of affectionate remembrance.
  • The residue of love is hope.
  • The residue of religion is morality.

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