Remnant

usgb/ˈremnənt/
noun

A small remaining quantity of something.

Only a few remnants of the original forest remain.
Visual representation of "remnant" - A small remaining quantity of something.

Often appears as...

  • remnants of the past
  • remnant of clothing
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Diminished Presence

Use 'remnant' to emphasize a significant reduction of something that was once greater.

Illustration for Diminished Presence
The castle was now just a remnant of its former majesty.
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Often Physical

While it can be abstract, 'remnant' usually describes something tangible you can observe.

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Tiny remnants of the meteor were found scattered across the field.
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Positive or Negative

'Remnant' is neutral; context determines if it's positive (survival) or negative (decay).

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After the party, only remnants of the delicious cake were left.
Visual representation of the word "Remnant"

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