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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| confidant | one to whom secrets are entrusted |
| levy | the imposition or collection of an assessment |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| abash | to destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert |
| clip | encompass |
| turpitude | inherent baseness : depravity |
| primary | first in order of time or development : primitive |
| withhold | to hold back from action : check |
| protagonist | the principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story) |
| consonance | harmony or agreement among components |