remain

A2
Pronunciation
/ɹɪˈmeɪn/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

(chiefly in the plural) That which is left; relic; remainder.

2 Definition

(in the plural) That which is left of a human being after the life is gone; relics; a dead body.

3 Definition

Posthumous works or productions, especially literary works.

4 Definition

State of remaining; stay.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To stay behind while others withdraw; to be left after others have been removed or destroyed; to be left after a number or quantity has been subtracted or cut off; to be left as not included or comprised.

2 Definition

To continue unchanged in place, form, or condition, or undiminished in quantity; to abide; to stay; to endure; to last.

Example Sentences
  • There was no food in the house, so I had to remain hungry.
3 Definition

To await; to be left to.

4 Definition

To continue in a state of being.

Example Sentences
  • The light remained red for two full minutes.