GRE Word List

POSTURE

the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose

The meaning of the word posture is the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose.

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WordMeaning
initiateto cause or facilitate the beginning of : set going
outskirtsa part remote from the center : border
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation
adjointo add or attach by joining
respirationthe movement of air or dissolved gases into and out of the lungs
garnerto gather into storage
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile