POSTURING
9 letters · 3 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of POSTURING
To put one's body into a posture or series of postures, especially hoping that one will be noticed and admired
"If you're finished posturing in front of the mirror, can I use the bathroom now?"
To pretend to have an opinion or a conviction
"The politicians couldn't really care less about the issue: they're just posturing for the media."
To place in a particular position or attitude; to pose.
"to posture oneself; to posture a model"
The assumption of an exaggerated pose or attitude.
The behaviour of some birds as a means of signalling etc.
Examples of POSTURING in a Sentence
- "If you're finished posturing in front of the mirror, can I use the bathroom now?"
- "The politicians couldn't really care less about the issue: they're just posturing for the media."
- "to posture oneself; to posture a model"
Word Details
Is POSTURING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, POSTURING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: POSTURING uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for POSTURING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | o | s | t | u | r | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 12 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 16 |
Anagrams of POSTURING
Words made by rearranging the exact same 9 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in POSTURING
100 words from the letters in POSTURING
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How to Use POSTURING in Word Games
POSTURING is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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