GRE Word List

HYGIENE

a science of the establishment and maintenance of health

The meaning of the word hygiene is a science of the establishment and maintenance of health.

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WordMeaning
rationalean explanation of controlling principles of opinion, belief, practice, or phenomena
implausiblenot plausible : provoking disbelief
regimena systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
egothe self especially as contrasted with another self or the world
grudgingunwilling
somaticof, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm
irreverencelack of reverence
adoreto worship or honor as a deity or as divine
stigmaa mark of shame or discredit : stain