English · Common Verbs
remain
/rɪˈmeɪn/
[/rɪˈmeɪn/]
stay or be left
Intermediateverb
Definition
To stay in the same place or condition, or to be left after others have gone.
Example
Only a few guests remained at the party once the music had finally stopped.
Only a few guests remained at the party once the music had finally stopped.
Etymology
From Old French 'remaindre', from Latin 'remanere' (to stay behind).
How & Where It’s Used
Formal synonym of 'stay'; common in reports and descriptions.