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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| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| acuity | keenness of perception |
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| unravel | to disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle |
| proponent | one who argues in favor of something : advocate |
| memoir | an official note or report : memorandum |
| decipher | decode |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |