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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malignanttending to produce death or deterioration
rabblea disorganized or confused collection of things
unguenta soothing or healing salve : ointment
elaborationplanned or carried out with great care
unassailablenot assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question
staidmarked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint : sober
pandemicoccurring over a wide geographic area (such as multiple countries or continents) and typically affecting a significant proportion of the population
perennialpresent at all seasons of the year
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
beneficialproducing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit