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 |
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| hew | to cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument |
| aphorism | a concise statement of a principle |
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| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |
| revoke | to annul by recalling or taking back : rescind |
| forensic | belonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate |
| backslide | to lapse morally or in the practice of religion |
| tactful | having or showing tact |
| delude | to mislead the mind or judgment of : deceive |
| inexorable | not to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless |