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
douseto plunge into water
conjugalof or relating to the married state or to married persons and their relations : connubial
clamornoisy shouting
impelto urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
manifoldmarked by diversity or variety
dysenterya disease characterized by severe diarrhea with passage of mucus and blood and usually caused by infection
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
jeopardizeto expose to danger or risk : imperil