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 |
|---|---|
| receptive | able or inclined to receive |
| auspicious | showing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious |
| regimen | a systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient |
| quandary | a state of perplexity or doubt |
| bulwark | a solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart |
| apex | the uppermost point : vertex |
| theoretical | existing only in theory : hypothetical |
| obelisk | an upright 4-sided usually monolithic pillar that gradually tapers as it rises and terminates in a pyramid |
| clamber | to climb awkwardly or with effort especially by using both the hands and the feet |
| sanction | a formal decree |