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
appropriateespecially suitable or compatible : fitting
politicpolitical
amplifyto expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
laggardlagging or tending to lag : slow especially compared to others of the same kind
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
enmitypositive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will
emaciatedvery thin and feeble especially from lack of nutrition or illness
invulnerableincapable of being wounded, injured, or harmed
compulsivehaving power to compel
smeara viscous or sticky substance