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
concorda state of agreement : harmony
kaleidoscopean instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
tacta keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense
deferencerespect and esteem due a superior or an elder
inherentinvolved in the constitution or essential character of something : belonging by nature or habit : intrinsic
belaborto attack verbally
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ยน/โ‚‚โ‚„ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
camaraderiea spirit of friendly good-fellowship
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery