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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erudite | having or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition |
fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
statutory | of or relating to statutes |
imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
mason | a skilled worker who builds by laying units of substantial material (such as stone or brick) |
verisimilar | having the appearance of truth : probable |
advert | to turn the mind or attention |
retentive | having the power, property, or capacity of retaining |
metropolis | the chief or capital city of a country, state, or region |
submerge | to put under water |