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residue Synonyms
Another word for residue
Choosing another word for residue depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone, been taken, or been used; matter remaining after a physical or chemical process such as evaporation, combustion, or filtration.
Usage Example
"She rinsed the dishes thoroughly to ensure no soap residuum remained on the plates."
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residuum
remainder
remnant
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deposit
sediment
dregs
leavings
leftovers
vestige
trace
• noun (Context 2)
The part of a deceased person's estate that remains after all debts, taxes, administration expenses, and specific bequests have been paid.
Usage Example
"According to the terms of the will, the residuum of the estate was divided equally among the three grandchildren."
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residuum
remainder
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balance
rest
Opposites of residue
The opposite of residue shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
whole
entirety
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Residue. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/residue