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
murkycharacterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke
outspokendirect and open in speech or expression : frank
ventralof or relating to the belly : abdominal
ursineof or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae)
nipto catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch
depleteto empty of a principal substance
seismicof, subject to, or caused by an earthquake
testatora person who dies leaving a will or testament in force
oculistophthalmologist
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned