GRE Word List

CYNOSURE

the northern constellation Ursa Minor

The meaning of the word cynosure is the northern constellation Ursa Minor.

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WordMeaning
marrowbone marrow
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
pervertto cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt
implausiblenot plausible : provoking disbelief
interjectionan ejaculatory utterance usually lacking grammatical connection: such as
indentationthe blank space produced by indenting : indention
agogfull of intense interest or excitement : eager
dexterousmentally adroit and skillful : clever
venerateto regard with reverential respect or with admiring deference
seduceto persuade to disobedience or disloyalty