GRE Word List

CRUX

a puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question

The meaning of the word crux is a puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question.

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WordMeaning
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
forwardnear, being at, or belonging to the forepart
slanderto utter slander against : defame
rapturean expression or manifestation of ecstasy or passion
homespunspun or made at home
prophylacticguarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection
inequityinjustice
pillagethe act of looting or plundering especially in war
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
omnipotentalmighty