Pronunciation: /rɪˈmeɪn/

Definitions of remain

noun The fact or state of staying in the same place or condition

Example Sentences

A1 The remain of the cake is in the fridge.

A2 Please check the remain of your belongings before leaving the hotel.

B1 The remain of the day was spent relaxing by the pool.

B2 The remain of the budget needs to be allocated wisely.

C1 The remain of the team members were dedicated to finishing the project on time.

C2 The remain of the evidence pointed to the suspect's guilt.

verb To stay in the same place or condition; to continue to exist or be left after other parts have been removed

Example Sentences

A1 I remain at home during the weekend.

A2 She remains in the library until late at night.

B1 The decision to remain in the company was a difficult one.

B2 Despite the challenges, he remained steadfast in his beliefs.

C1 The legacy of his work will remain for generations to come.

C2 Even in the face of adversity, she remained resolute in her determination.

Examples of remain in a Sentence

formal Despite the challenges, the team will remain focused on achieving their goals.

informal No matter what happens, we'll still be here for you.

slang I'm not going anywhere, I'll still be around.

figurative Even in the darkest times, hope will remain as a guiding light.

Grammatical Forms of remain

past tense

remained

plural

remain

comparative

more remain

superlative

most remain

present tense

remain

future tense

will remain

perfect tense

have remained

continuous tense

is remaining

singular

remains

positive degree

remain

infinitive

to remain

gerund

remaining

participle

remained

Origin and Evolution of remain

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old French/Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'remain' originated from the Old French word 'remaindre' which came from the Latin word 'remānēre' meaning 'to stay behind.'
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'remain' has retained its original meaning of staying behind or continuing to exist, but it has also expanded to encompass the idea of what is left after others have gone or been used up.