GRE Word List

CYNOSURE

the northern constellation Ursa Minor

The meaning of the word cynosure is the northern constellation Ursa Minor.

Random words

WordMeaning
optionalinvolving an option : not compulsory
pedagogythe art, science, or profession of teaching
aperturean opening or open space : hole
lustera glow of reflected light : sheen
engagingtending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
unregeneratenot regenerate
expungeto strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion
guiledeceitful cunning : duplicity
obnoxiousodiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive