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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dingydirty
osseousbony
gruesomeinspiring horror or repulsion : grisly
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valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
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forumthe marketplace or public place of an ancient Roman city forming the center of judicial and public business
affidavita sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation