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.

Random words

WordMeaning
impugnto assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
tossto throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk
abodethe place where one lives : home
vendettablood feud
pernicioushighly injurious or destructive : deadly
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive
equivocateto use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive
vindicateto free from allegation or blame
prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
attestto affirm to be true or genuine