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
noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
orthodoxconforming to established doctrine especially in religion
conteststrive
perditioneternal damnation
imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness
personifyto conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers
discretionindividual choice or judgment
flaccidnot firm or stiff
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation