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
pacifyto allay the anger or agitation of : soothe
flayto strip off the skin or surface of : skin
sportivefrolicsome
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
bloatedoverfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc.
oddsthe probability that one thing is so or will happen rather than another : chances
earnto receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered
debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
carnivoroussubsisting or feeding on animal tissues