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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indict | to charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law |
| generic | relating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general |
| theoretical | existing only in theory : hypothetical |
| compartment | a separate division or section |
| exquisite | marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution |
| mischief | a specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent |
| founder | one that founds or establishes |
| ebb | the reflux of the tide toward the sea |
| vituperative | uttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse |
| wage | a payment usually of money for labor or services usually according to contract and on an hourly, daily, or piecework basis |