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
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority
abaseto lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment
consonanceharmony or agreement among components
prestigestanding or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion
refulgenta radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance
prevalentgenerally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread
interloperone that interlopes: such as
billowwave
friskto search (a person) for something (such as a concealed weapon) by running the hand rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets