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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WordMeaning
platitudethe quality or state of being dull or insipid
shrewdmarked by clever discerning awareness and hardheaded acumen
amphitheateran oval or circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space and used in ancient Rome especially for contests and spectacles
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
vertexthe top of the head
bewareto be on one's guard
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
archipelagoan expanse of water with many scattered islands
cabalthe contrived schemes of a group of persons secretly united in a plot (as to overturn a government)