GRE Word List
CYNOSURE
object of general attention; person or thing that is a center of attention; CF. Ursa Minor
The meaning of the word cynosure is object of general attention; person or thing that is a center of attention; CF. Ursa Minor.
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atrocity | brutal deed; ADJ. atrocious |
manacle | restrain; handcuff; N. |
pauper | very poor person |
celibate | abstaining from sexual intercourse; unmarried; N. celibacy |
stupor | state of being stupefied; state of apathy; daze; lack of awareness |
anodyne | drug that relieves pain or trouble; ΑψΕλΑ¦; opiate; ADJ. Ex. anodyne statement |
apiary | a place where bees are kept |
indigent | poor; destitute |
dissuade | persuade not to do; discourage; N. dissuasion |
fluster | confuse; make nervous and confused; N. |