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
precedentprior in time, order, arrangement, or significance
pragmatista practical approach to problems and affairs
tempothe rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
exhilaratingcausing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling
incorporealnot corporeal : having no material body or form
malefactorone who commits an offense against the law
slanderto utter slander against : defame
propoundto offer for discussion or consideration
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
groombridegroom