1. traces or remains of something that has disappeared or been lost
Usage: formal; often used in scientific or academic contexts

Examples

• The archaeologists found vestigia of an ancient civilization buried beneath the modern city.
• Only vestigia of the original manuscript survived the fire.
• Scientists discovered vestigia of primitive life forms in the rock samples.
• The vestigia of the old castle walls could still be seen on the hillside.
• Researchers studied the vestigia of extinct species preserved in amber.
• The vestigia of Roman occupation were evident throughout the region.