GRE Word List

PROPHYLACTIC

guarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection

The meaning of the word prophylactic is guarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection.

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WordMeaning
foraya sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid
vagabonda person who wanders from place to place without a fixed home : one leading a vagabond life
derideto laugh at or insult contemptuously
agogfull of intense interest or excitement : eager
sobernot intoxicated
retractto draw back or in
unintimidatingnot causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating
edificebuilding
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
pugilistfighter