remains
/rɪˈmeɪnz/
verb
- To continue to be in the same state or condition; to not change.
- Despite the problems, she remains optimistic.
- The cause of the accident remains unknown.
- The door remains closed at all times.
- To stay in the same place; to not leave.
- Please remain in your seats until the bus stops.
- The cat remained under the bed all afternoon.
- He remained at home while his friends went to the party.
- To be left after other parts have been removed, used, or dealt with.
- Only a few crumbs remain on the plate.
- Several questions remain unanswered.
- After paying the bills, little money remains in the account.
Synonyms
noun
- The parts of something that are left after the rest has been removed, destroyed, or used.
- Archaeologists discovered the remains of an ancient village.
- The remains of the old castle can still be seen on the hill.
- She ate the remains of the pizza for breakfast.
- A dead body, especially of a human.
- The funeral home handled the remains with great care.
- The remains of the soldier were returned to his family.
- Scientists studied the ancient remains found in the cave.