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 |
|---|---|
| stigma | a mark of shame or discredit : stain |
| asymmetric | having two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical |
| skulduggery | underhanded or unscrupulous behavior |
| permissive | granted on sufferance : tolerated |
| bovine | of, relating to, or resembling bovines and especially the ox or cow |
| frolicsome | full of gaiety : playful |
| suckle | to give milk to from the breast or udder |
| capillary | resembling a hair especially in slender elongated form |
| mitigate | to cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify |
| avuncular | suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality |