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
apiculturethe keeping of bees especially on a large scale
cuethe letter q
foilto prevent from attaining an end : defeat
ineluctablenot to be avoided, changed, or resisted : inevitable
alludeto make indirect reference
subliminalinadequate to produce a sensation or a perception
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
massthe liturgy of the Eucharist (see eucharist
placidserenely free of interruption or disturbance
inductto put in formal possession (as of a benefice or office) : install