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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| exodus | the mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table |
| depredation | to lay waste : plunder |
| primary | first in order of time or development : primitive |
| hide | to put out of sight : secrete |
| timidity | lacking in courage or self-confidence |
| exiguous | excessively scanty : inadequate |
| abase | to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem |
| cater | to provide a supply of food |
| demise | death |
| mock | to treat with contempt or ridicule : deride |