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
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
staidmarked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint : sober
motea small particle : speck
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
transgressionan act, process, or instance of transgressing: such as
pinchto squeeze between the finger and thumb or between the jaws of an instrument
tritehackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
overthrowoverturn
elopeto run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent