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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self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt
mimicryan instance of mimicking
selectiveof, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
enfranchiseto set free (as from slavery)
hibernalof, relating to, or occurring in winter
agnostica person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown and probably unknowable
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay