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
triviaunimportant matters : trivial facts or details
stereotypeto make a stereotype from
bombastpretentious inflated speech or writing
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation
vantagea position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view
fineryornament
loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle
progenydescendants
taxonomistthe study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics
reparteea quick and witty reply