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
rationalizeto bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as
premeditateto think about and revolve in the mind beforehand
witticisma cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
afflictiona cause of persistent pain or distress
paucitysmallness of number : fewness
undulatinghaving a wavy surface, edge, or markings
sourbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids and is characteristic of lemon juice
enactto establish by legal and authoritative act