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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| lineaments | an outline, feature, or contour of a body or figure and especially of a face |
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| promulgate | to make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim |
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| adapt | to make fit (as for a new use) often by modification |
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| torrid | parched with heat especially of the sun : hot |
| purported | reputed |
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