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posture

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of posture

1 a general way of holding the body
  • A good upright posture will prevent backaches.
Synonyms of posture

attitude, carriage, poise, stance, station
Words Related to posture

attention

body language

pose, seat

bearing, behavior, conduct, demeanor, deportment

air, poise, presence

aspect, look, mien
2 position with regard to conditions and circumstances
  • claims that the country's defense posture is weak
Synonyms of posture

deal, footing, picture, scene, situation, status, story
Words Related to posture

rank, standing

place, spot, state

score, status quo

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  1. Dictionary: Definition of posture Medical Dictionary: Definition of posture Spanish Central: Translation of posture Nglish: Translation of posture for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of posture for Arabic speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about posture

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