残
incomplete; remaining; damage; cruel
Meanings
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incomplete;残缺; fragmented;残缺
Describes something that lacks completeness or has missing parts.
This is a defective product with obvious flaws.
Although physically disabled, his will is very strong.
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Several pages of this ancient book are missing.
These broken bricks and tiles witnessed historical changes.
Although this painting is somewhat incomplete, it is still very valuable.
adjective
remaining; leftover;残余; residual
Refers to what is left after most has been used or passed.
The remaining snow from winter hasn't completely melted yet.
They eliminated the remaining enemies.
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The sun sets in the west, leaving a lingering glow.
Under the light of the dying lamp, the room appears particularly quiet.
Spring is almost over, and there are still a few remaining flowers on the branches.
verb
to damage; to injure; to destroy; to harm
Indicates the action of causing physical or material harm or destruction.
This disaster destroyed many people's homes.
Smoking seriously harms physical health.
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The enemy attack killed countless civilians.
The flood destroyed most of the village's houses.
The war cruelly destroyed the country's cultural heritage.
adjective
cruel; brutal; fierce; ruthless
Describes people or actions that are extremely cruel or vicious.
He is very cruel to his enemies.
This torture is too cruel, simply inhumane.
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The atrocities of the invaders are inhumanly cruel.
He treats animals with cruel methods.
This tyrant is famous for his cruel rule.