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
disconcertto throw into confusion
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
imperturbablemarked by extreme calm, impassivity, and steadiness : serene
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
derivativea word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation
providencedivine guidance or care
imploreto make an earnest request to (someone) : beg
dormantrepresented on a coat of arms in a lying position with the head on the forepaws
poseto set forth or offer for attention or consideration
ballasta heavy substance (such as rocks or water) placed in such a way as to improve stability and control (as of the draft of a ship or the buoyancy of a balloon or submarine)