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
epauletsomething that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
conventionalformed by agreement or compact
tenurethe act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office)
unmitigatednot lessened : unrelieved
remnanta usually small part, member, or trace remaining
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
cogitateto ponder or meditate on usually intently
trunkthe main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots
groucha fit of bad temper