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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begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure
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high-flownexceedingly or excessively high or favorable
conglomerationthe act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
kindredof a similar nature or character : like
instigateto goad or urge forward : provoke
libertinea freethinker especially in religious matters
nebulaany of numerous clouds of gas or dust in interstellar space
swarthyof a dark color, complexion, or cast