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
mishapan unfortunate accident
leave-takingdeparture
pugilistfighter
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
pana usually broad, shallow, and open container for domestic use (as for cooking)
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
glaringhaving a fixed look of hostility, fierceness, or anger
bequeathto give or leave by will (see will
encumberweigh down
vacillateto waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses