GRE Word List

CONUNDRUM

an intricate and difficult problem

The meaning of the word conundrum is an intricate and difficult problem.

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WordMeaning
veritythe quality or state of being true or real
hazymade dim or cloudy by or as if by fine dust, smoke, or light vapor in the air : obscured by or as if by haze (see haze
incrementthe amount or degree by which something changes
blandsmooth and soothing in manner or quality
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
clota portion of a substance adhering together in a thick nondescript mass (as of clay or gum)
opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity
cremateto subject to cremation
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
incontrovertiblenot open to question : indisputable