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 |
|---|---|
| plane | airplane |
| appurtenances | accessory objects |
| remonstrate | to present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate |
| susceptible | capable of submitting to an action, process, or operation |
| stereotype | to make a stereotype from |
| resurge | to undergo a resurgence |
| pore | to gaze intently |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| indecisive | marked by or prone to indecision : irresolute |
| nullify | to make null (see null |