GRE Word List

PUZZLE

to offer or represent to (someone) a problem difficult to solve or a situation difficult to resolve : challenge mentally

The meaning of the word puzzle is to offer or represent to (someone) a problem difficult to solve or a situation difficult to resolve : challenge mentally.

Random words

WordMeaning
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
confinesomething (such as borders or walls) that encloses
divaprima donna
compilationthe act or process of compiling
intersticea space that intervenes between things
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
lucrativeproducing wealth : profitable
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place
proprietythe quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness
provisionalserving for the time being : temporary