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
marginalwritten or printed in the margin of a page or sheet
purgeto clear of guilt
frivolousof little weight or importance
queerdiffering in some way from what is usual or normal : odd
monograma sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name
lineamentsan outline, feature, or contour of a body or figure and especially of a face
plaitpleat
astutehaving or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever
acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance