GRE Word List
CYNOSURE
the northern constellation Ursa Minor
The meaning of the word cynosure is the northern constellation Ursa Minor.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| aquiline | curving like an eagle's beak |
| stupor | a condition of greatly dulled or completely suspended sense or sensibility |
| missive | a written communication : letter |
| slick | having a smooth surface : slippery |
| benign | of a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life |
| inquisitor | one who inquires or makes inquisition |
| buffoonery | foolish or playful behavior or practice |
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
| demure | reserved |
| humanitarian | a person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist |