remained

word · lemma: remain

/ɹiˈmeɪnd/
ri-MAYND
/ɹɪmˈeɪnd/
ri-MAYND

Definition

To continue to be in the same place, condition, or state after others have gone, changed, or disappeared.

Usage & Nuances

"Remained" is the simple past of "remain" and is used for people or things that stayed while others left or changed. Common collocations: "remained silent", "remained the same", "remained friends". It's more formal than "stayed" and often appears in writing.

Example Sentences

Only a few students remained after the class ended.

basic

He remained calm during the storm.

basic

The house remained empty for years.

basic

He remained silent even when everyone else was talking.

natural

After all the guests left, she remained to help clean up.

natural

Prices remained high throughout the entire year.

natural