Essential Vocabulary for the GRE - Health Is Wealth

Here you will learn some English words about health, such as "regimen", "viral", "trauma", etc. that are needed for the GRE exam.

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Essential Vocabulary for the GRE
anaerobic [adjective]

(of physical exercise) involving short and intense physical activities, such as sprints and weightlifting, during which oxygen demand surpasses oxygen supply

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the flow and movement of blood around and in all parts of the body

Ex: Cold weather can slow down circulation and make extremities feel numb .
immunity [noun]

the situation in which the body can shield itself against a disease

Ex: The doctor explained that good nutrition supports strong immunity .
regimen [noun]

a set of instructions given to someone regarding what they should eat or do to maintain or restore their health

Ex: She followed a strict exercise regimen , working out at the gym five days a week to improve her fitness level .
strenuous [adjective]

requiring great physical effort or energy

Ex: The job was strenuous , demanding physical strength all day .
radiance [noun]

a happy, glowing look from being really healthy and feeling great on the inside

Ex: Vacation did wonders for restoring her depleted energy levels and radiance .

‌the practice of keeping a safe distance between yourself and other people in order to prevent the spread of disease

Ex: The gym limited the number of people inside to ensure proper social distancing .
handicapped [adjective]

having a physical or mental condition that limits one's movements, senses, or activities

Ex: The handicapped student received accommodations such as extra time on exams .

a state or condition in which a part of one's body or brain does not work properly

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a person who is paralyzed from neck down

Ex: The documentary highlighted the challenges faced by quadriplegics in daily life .

a type of paralysis that affects the legs and the lower body as the result of spinal cord damage

Ex: His paraplegia was diagnosed after a spinal cord injury from a fall .

unable to hear properly

Ex: The community center offers sign language classes for people who are hard of hearing .

‌an unusual feature in someone's body or behavior that may be harmful, caused by duplication or deletion of a single gene

the sudden cut back on or discontinuation of drug taking

Ex: The doctor provided a tapering plan to ease the withdrawal process .
viral [adjective]

caused by or related to a virus

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virulent [adjective]

(of a disease) able to make one sick

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the state of not being awake or aware of one's surroundings

Ex: She experienced brief unconsciousness after the fainting spell .

a state of pain or suffering due to a physical or mental condition

Ex: Chronic back pain was his most debilitating affliction , affecting his ability to work and enjoy daily activities .
agony [noun]

severe physical or mental pain

Ex: The agony of arthritis can make simple movements excruciating .
terminal [adjective]

(of an illness) having no cure and gradually leading to death

Ex: Tim 's father was in the final stages of his terminal illness , and the family gathered to say their goodbyes .
septic [adjective]

(of a body part or wound) infected by harmful bacteria

Ex: A septic finger can cause significant health issues if not treated promptly .
trauma [noun]

damage inflicted on the body as a result of an external force or event

Ex: Victims of domestic violence often suffer from both physical and emotional trauma .
seizure [noun]

a sudden and unexpected start or return of a medical problem

Ex: Witnessing her friend 's seizure was terrifying , but she knew what to do and called for help immediately .
aggressive [adjective]

(of sickness or disease) tending to spread in a rapid manner

Ex: The patient was diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukemia .
bedridden [adjective]

having to stay in bed, usually for a long time, due to illness or injury

Ex: Despite being bedridden , Mary remained in good spirits , enjoying visits from friends and family .
chronic [adjective]

(of an illness) difficult to cure and long-lasting

Ex: Tom 's chronic arthritis makes it challenging for him to move around comfortably .
comatose [adjective]

being in a state of coma or relating to coma

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to die as a result of a disease or injury

Ex: Despite the best efforts of the medical team , he succumbed to the virus .

a period during which a patient's condition improves and the symptoms seem less severe

Ex: During remission , it 's crucial for patients to continue regular check-ups to monitor for any signs of the condition returning .
pathogen [noun]

any organism that can cause diseases

Ex: The researchers identified a new viral pathogen that was causing the outbreak of respiratory illness in the community .
outbreak [noun]

the unexpected start of something terrible, such as a disease

Ex: Health officials were concerned about the outbreak of measles in the neighborhood .
nauseous [adjective]

feeling as if one is likely to vomit

Ex: After spinning in circles for too long , he began to feel nauseous and had to sit down .
malady [noun]

any physical problem that might put one's health in danger

Ex: The doctor diagnosed her with a mysterious malady that caused chronic fatigue and muscle weakness .
hereditary [adjective]

(of a disease or characteristic) able to be passed on to a child through the genes of its parents

Ex: They were aware of the hereditary risk of diabetes in their family .
fracture [noun]

a crack or break in a bone or other hard substance

Ex: Symptoms of a fracture include pain , swelling , bruising , and difficulty moving the injured area .
flatulent [adjective]

(of a person) suffering from an excessive amount of gas in the alimentary canal

Ex: The flatulent condition made it difficult for her to enjoy social gatherings .

to make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse or more severe

Ex: Harsh weather conditions can exacerbate damage to infrastructure .

a state of extreme thinness and weakness, often due to illness, starvation, etc.

Ex: The veterinarian was alarmed by the emaciation of the stray dog and quickly began a feeding regimen .
delirium [noun]

a state of intense, uncontrolled enthusiasm or excitement that makes one say or do crazy things

Ex: He acted with reckless abandon , caught up in the delirium of winning the lottery .