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
inclusivebroad in orientation or scope
oafa stupid person : boob
ovoidresembling an egg in shape : ovate
tribunala court or forum of justice
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
travestya debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
gavelrent or tribute in medieval England
expatiateto move about freely or at will : wander
cuisinemanner of preparing food : style of cooking
undermineto subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly