remanite
A formal and rare noun referring to a person who remains or survives from a previously larger group, organization, or historical era. It describes an individual who is a living vestige or a 'remnant' of a social or cultural entity that has mostly disappeared.
Exemplos
3 de 5As the last remanite of the original village, the elderly woman was the only one who still spoke the native dialect.
As the last surviving member of the original village, the elderly woman was the only one who still spoke the native dialect.
The diplomat was considered a remanite of the previous administration, making his position in the new cabinet quite precarious.
The diplomat was considered a leftover member of the previous administration, making his position in the new cabinet quite precarious.
He's a total remanite of the 80s punk scene, still sporting a neon mohawk at fifty.
He's a total survivor of the 80s punk scene, still sporting a neon mohawk at fifty.
Família de palavras
Dica de memorização
Break the word down: 'REMAN' (like remain) + 'ITE' (a suffix for a person, like socialite or Luddite). A reman-ite is a person who remains.
Quiz rápido
The archivist was thrilled to interview the last _____ of the secretive society before their traditions were lost forever.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: remanite
Exemplos
As the last remanite of the original village, the elderly woman was the only one who still spoke the native dialect.
everydayAs the last surviving member of the original village, the elderly woman was the only one who still spoke the native dialect.
The diplomat was considered a remanite of the previous administration, making his position in the new cabinet quite precarious.
formalThe diplomat was considered a leftover member of the previous administration, making his position in the new cabinet quite precarious.
He's a total remanite of the 80s punk scene, still sporting a neon mohawk at fifty.
informalHe's a total survivor of the 80s punk scene, still sporting a neon mohawk at fifty.
Sociological research into the remanites of displaced populations reveals deep-seated trauma regarding cultural loss.
academicSociological research into the surviving members of displaced populations reveals deep-seated trauma regarding cultural loss.
After the aggressive takeover, the marketing director was the sole remanite of the founding executive team.
businessAfter the aggressive takeover, the marketing director was the only remaining member of the founding executive team.
Família de palavras
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
remanite of the past
someone who belongs to an earlier time
the last living remanite
the final person left from a group
remanite population
a small surviving group of people
Frequentemente confundido com
Remnant is a general term for anything left over (pieces, groups, or things), whereas remanite specifically focuses on an individual person.
Remanent is an adjective meaning 'remaining' (often used in physics), while remanite is a noun.
Notas de uso
Use this word primarily in very formal writing or test-specific contexts to describe a person who represents a link to a vanished group. It carries a more literary or sociological weight than the word 'survivor'.
Erros comuns
Learners often use the adjective 'remanent' when they intend to use the noun 'remanite', or they use 'remnant' which usually refers to a piece of fabric or a collective group rather than an individual.
Dica de memorização
Break the word down: 'REMAN' (like remain) + 'ITE' (a suffix for a person, like socialite or Luddite). A reman-ite is a person who remains.
Origem da palavra
Derived from the Latin 'remanere' (to stay behind) combined with the English suffix '-ite' to denote a person associated with a particular state or group.
Padrões gramaticais
Contexto cultural
The concept of a 'remnant' or 'remanite' is significant in religious and historical studies, particularly regarding populations that survived displacement or persecution.
Quiz rápido
The archivist was thrilled to interview the last _____ of the secretive society before their traditions were lost forever.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: remanite
Palavras relacionadas
principled
C2Acting in accordance with morality and high standards of behavior. It describes a person or an action guided by a strict set of values and integrity rather than by personal gain or convenience.
analytical
C1Relating to or using analysis or logical reasoning to understand something by breaking it down into its constituent parts. It describes a systematic approach to problem-solving and the ability to evaluate information critically.
authorize
C1To grant official permission or legal power to someone to perform a specific action or to allow something to happen. It typically involves a formal process or a person in a position of authority validating a request or procedure.
beneficial
B2Beneficial describes something that has a good effect or promotes well-being. It is frequently used in formal or academic contexts to highlight the advantages or positive outcomes of a specific action, substance, or situation.
consistent
C2The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary over time, or the state of being coherent and not contradictory in logical or behavioral terms. Physically, it refers to the degree of thickness, firmness, or viscosity found in a substance.
constitutional
C2Relating to the fundamental principles or established laws that govern a state or organization. It can also refer to an individual's physical health or inherent temperament.
define
C1A precise statement or explanation of the meaning, nature, or scope of a word, concept, or thing. It is also used to describe the degree of clarity and detail in an image or sound.
contextual
B2Relating to the circumstances or setting in which something exists or occurs. It describes information that helps explain the meaning of an event, statement, or idea by looking at its surroundings.
contractor
C1A person or company that performs work or provides goods and services under a specific legal agreement. Unlike a regular employee, a contractor is usually hired for a specific project or a fixed period of time as an independent entity.
derive
B2To obtain, receive, or trace something from a specific source or origin. It is commonly used to describe getting a benefit, a feeling, or a logical conclusion from something else.
Comentários (0)
Faça Login para ComentarComece a aprender idiomas gratuitamente
Comece Grátis