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
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
bristlea short stiff coarse hair or filament
preternaturalexisting outside of nature
aloftat or to a great height
marrowbone marrow
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
homeostasisa relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
tremora trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease
well-bredhaving or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class