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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viseany of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary
wispa small handful (as of hay or straw)
paupera person destitute of means except such as are derived from charity
hirelinga person who serves for hire especially for purely mercenary motives
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
concessionthe act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat)
sensuousof or relating to the senses or sensible objects
visceralfelt in or as if in the internal organs of the body : deep