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
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)
derideto laugh at or insult contemptuously
contortionsto twist in a violent manner
subdueto conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish
pinnaclean upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress
anthema song or hymn of praise or gladness
quipa clever usually taunting remark : gibe
aghaststruck with terror, amazement, or horror : shocked and upset
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
pivotalof, relating to, or constituting a pivot