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
imbalancelack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion
sensuousof or relating to the senses or sensible objects
stratifiedformed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata
skulduggeryunderhanded or unscrupulous behavior
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
ripto tear or split apart or open
denizeninhabitant
denotationan act or process of denoting
sourbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids and is characteristic of lemon juice
demeanto lower in character, status, or reputation