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
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
retrenchcut down
conjectureinference formed without proof or sufficient evidence
contraveneto go or act contrary to : violate
commiserateto feel or express sympathy : condole
interjectionan ejaculatory utterance usually lacking grammatical connection: such as
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority
impassableincapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling