residential
0 antonyms and opposites of residential, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Relating to housing or areas where people live, as opposed to business or industry.
How to use residential
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “residential” mean?
The word “residential” means relating to housing or areas where people live, as opposed to business or industry. In plain terms, describes homes or areas built for living in, not for shops, offices, or factories.
How do you pronounce “residential”?
“Residential” is pronounced reh-zih-DEHN-shuhl (/ˌrɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “residential” in a sentence?
Here is “residential” used in a sentence: “They moved to a quiet residential neighborhood.”
What part of speech is “residential”?
“Residential” is an adjective.
Is “residential” a common word?
“Residential” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between "residential" and "commercial"?
"Residential" relates to housing or areas where people live. "Commercial" relates to business and trade, and to areas used for shops and offices. A residential neighbourhood is made up of homes, while a commercial district is made up of businesses.
What is the difference between "residential" and "domestic"?
"Residential" describes areas or property used for people to live in, as opposed to business or industry. "Domestic" relates to the home and household, or to a country's internal affairs. A residential area contains homes, while domestic tasks are the chores done within a home.