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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| relinquish | to withdraw or retreat from : leave behind |
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| postulate | demand |
| mimicry | an instance of mimicking |
| ramp | a sloping way or plane: such as |
| tether | a line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement |
| engaged | involved in activity : occupied |
| controvert | to dispute or oppose by reasoning |
| orifice | an opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass |
| conceit | favorable opinion |