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
relinquishto withdraw or retreat from : leave behind
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
postulatedemand
mimicryan instance of mimicking
rampa sloping way or plane: such as
tethera line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement
engagedinvolved in activity : occupied
controvertto dispute or oppose by reasoning
orificean opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass
conceitfavorable opinion