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
defiancethe act or an instance of defying : challenge
infidelone who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity
vitreousresembling glass (as in color, composition, brittleness, or luster) : glassy
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
equivocalsubject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse
horticulturalthe science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb
jocularsaid or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful
besiegeto surround with armed forces
wrathstrong vengeful anger or indignation