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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latitudeangular distance from some specified circle or plane of reference: such as
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
proprietythe quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness
prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
phyluma direct line of descent within a group
pandemoniuma wild uproar (as because of anger or excitement in a crowd of people)
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling
elevationthe height to which something is elevated: such as
memorializeto address or petition by a memorial
antithesisthe direct opposite