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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| credulity | readiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence |
| refractory | resisting control or authority : stubborn |
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| asylum | an inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary |
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
| jingoist | extreme chauvinism or nationalism marked especially by a belligerent foreign policy |
| flowery | of, relating to, or resembling flowers |
| vassal | a person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant |
| embed | to enclose closely in or as if in a matrix |