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
ellipsisthe omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete
articulateexpressing oneself readily, clearly, and effectively
pugilistfighter
exonerateto relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship
concoctto prepare by combining raw materials
ambiencea feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere
finishedentirely done
warrantya real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title
bizarrestrikingly out of the ordinary: such as
haltingmarked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness