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
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
belieto give a false impression of
deducibleto determine by reasoning or deduction
quaffto drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously
corpusclea minute particle
inclinedhaving inclination, disposition, or tendency
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
fruitfulyielding or producing fruit
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
kismetfate