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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incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief
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mockto treat with contempt or ridicule : deride
latchto lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms
submergeto put under water
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
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