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
futileserving no useful purpose : completely ineffective
purchaseto obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy
reputedhaving a good repute : reputable
dissonancelack of agreement
brochurepamphlet
severitythe quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
travestya debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
domineerto exercise arbitrary or overbearing control
nattytrimly neat and tidy : smart