GRE Word List
POSTHUMOUS
born after the death of the father
The meaning of the word posthumous is born after the death of the father.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| acumen | keenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters |
| pall | to lose strength or effectiveness |
| unanimity | the quality or state of being unanimous |
| mortify | to subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame |
| headlong | headfirst |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| posture | the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose |
| gall | brazen boldness coupled with impudent assurance and insolence |
| bound | fastened by or as if by a band : confined |
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