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 |
|---|---|
| precedent | prior in time, order, arrangement, or significance |
| pragmatist | a practical approach to problems and affairs |
| tempo | the 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 |
| exhilarating | causing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling |
| incorporeal | not corporeal : having no material body or form |
| malefactor | one who commits an offense against the law |
| slander | to utter slander against : defame |
| propound | to offer for discussion or consideration |
| makeshift | a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute |
| groom | bridegroom |