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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misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
rusticof, relating to, or suitable for the country : rural
immutablenot capable of or susceptible to change
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
graciousmarked by kindness and courtesy
queruloushabitually complaining
nimblequick and light in motion : agile
vigoractive bodily or mental strength or force
mottledmarked with spots of different colors : having blotches of two or more colors