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 |
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inclined | having inclination, disposition, or tendency |
rousing | giving rise to excitement : stirring |
leeway | an allowable margin of freedom or variation : tolerance |
compliance | the act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion |
supple | compliant often to the point of obsequiousness |
breed | to produce (offspring) by hatching or gestation |
puny | slight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak |
excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |
nuptial | of or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony |
puissant | having puissance : powerful |