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 |
|---|---|
| effluvium | an invisible emanation |
| ungainly | lacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy |
| mischance | bad luck |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| lurid | causing horror or revulsion : gruesome |
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| archives | a place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved |
| laceration | the act of lacerating |
| unctuous | having, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality |