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
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
exposurethe fact or condition of being exposed: such as
nebulousof, relating to, or resembling a nebula : nebular
reconnaissancea preliminary survey to gain information
propellantcapable of propelling
granulateto form or crystallize into grains or granules
uproara state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
mercenaryone that serves merely for wages
voracioushaving a huge appetite : ravenous
specioushaving a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic