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
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
statutoryof or relating to statutes
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
masona skilled worker who builds by laying units of substantial material (such as stone or brick)
verisimilarhaving the appearance of truth : probable
advertto turn the mind or attention
retentivehaving the power, property, or capacity of retaining
metropolisthe chief or capital city of a country, state, or region
submergeto put under water