To remain
Example: The system remains stable under normal conditions
Definition
"To remain" means to continue to exist, stay in the same place or condition, or not change over a period of time. For example, in the phrase 'The system remains stable under normal conditions,' it implies the system continues to be stable without alteration.
Etymology
The verb "to remain" comes from the Old French 'remaindre,' which derives from the Latin 'remanere,' meaning 'to stay behind' or 'to stay.' The prefix 're-' implies 'again' or 'back,' and 'manere' means 'to stay.' Did you know that its use has been recorded since the 14th century, reflecting the idea of something staying or persisting?
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"To remain" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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