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
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
mysticmystical
grumbleto mutter in discontent
spartana native or inhabitant of ancient Sparta
gentlefree from harshness, sternness, or violence
gingerlyvery cautious or careful
millenniumthe thousand years mentioned in Revelation (see revelation
vituperativeuttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
garishclothed in vivid colors