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.

Random words

WordMeaning
peripherythe perimeter of a circle or other closed curve
featurethe structure, form, or appearance especially of a person
partialitythe quality or state of being partial : bias
garbledmade unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up
quipa clever usually taunting remark : gibe
qualmsa feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety
symmetrybalanced proportions
pass_offpresent falsely; represent falsely to be
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
unanimitythe quality or state of being unanimous