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 |
|---|---|
| autopsy | an examination of a body after death to determine the cause of death or the character and extent of changes produced by disease |
| plumb | a lead weight attached to a line and used to indicate a vertical direction |
| colloquy | conversation |
| reserve | to hold in reserve : keep back |
| trifle | something of little value, substance, or importance |
| stultify | to have a dulling or inhibiting effect on |
| verdant | green in tint or color |
| acoustics | a science that deals with the production, control, transmission, reception, and effects of sound |
| malingerer | to pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work) |
| swindler | to obtain money or property by fraud or deceit |