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.

Random words

WordMeaning
gesticulationthe act of making gestures
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
sophisticateddeprived of native or original simplicity: such as
sanguinarybloodthirsty
deviouswandering
sanctuarya consecrated place: such as
urgentcalling for immediate attention : pressing
discreditto refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve
alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)
conteststrive