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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contemptthe act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain
fiascoa complete failure
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
regicidea person who kills a king
browseto eat (tender shoots, twigs, leaves of trees and shrubs, etc.) : to consume as browse (see browse
lacerationthe act of lacerating
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
plumbera dealer or worker in lead
simplisticexcessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details
rotunditymarked by roundness : rounded